Jim Davis did have an odd career. He started solidly with a big “A” film, but within a few years, he was in some really, really low-budget junk. Got the minor “Stories of the Century” and the “Rescue 8” tv-series, but then stayed mired somewhat in villain roles in lots of westerns (and he was admittedly really good as a villain). Finally, at the end of his career, he got the star status in a hit show with “Dallas,” but then died off before he could really reap the benefits. As for Gulager, he’s a real trip. Funny, eccentric guy, who was always fascinating to watch. He’s still around, got to talk to him a few years ago.
I remember purposely tuning in to watch Gulager in the Tall Man. Always thought good things would come from him after that show. They really never did, that was his zenith.