The Donna Reed Show: Freeing The Housewife One Episode At A Time

Contract Issues

Donna Reed knew her rights and fought for them. After “The Donna Reed Show” was over, Donna joined the cast of the show Dallas taking over the role of Miss Ellie Ewing from Barbara Bel Geddes. When Bel Geddes returned for the next season, Donna was fired. She was furious and sued the studio for breach of contract, winning a seven figure settlement.