Yancy Derringer is a 1958 English-language Action Adventure show. Yancy Derringer, an ex-Confederate soldier turned gambler, was a suave lady's man in New Orleans, Louisiana. In reality, he was working for John Colton, the civil administrator of the city. Yancy's job was to prevent crime and if necessary, arrest the culprits. His constant companion was Pahoo-Ka-Ta-Wah an Indian who watches Yancy's back. Written by J.E. McKillop. Yancy derringer features Jock Mahoney in the title role along with an ensemble cast including X Brands, Kevin Hagen, Frances Bergen, Charlene James, Robert Mccord and Richard Devon.