Gunsmoke: Old West Stories

In this intense episode of "Gunsmoke," a new troublemaker named Webb Johnson arrives in Dodge City, bringing with him a blend of charm, cunning, and potential danger. At first, he seems like any other gambler passing through town, but it's not long before his true intentions start to surface. Marshal Matt Dillon first encounters Webb at the Texas Trail Saloon, where Webb tries to coerce Kitty into...

In this tension-filled episode of Gunsmoke , Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself playing a dangerous waiting game when he receives a telegram from Wild Bill Hickok. The message warns Dillon that two notorious killers, Teeters and Gridler, are headed to Dodge City. But Hickok has an unusual request—he asks Dillon not to arrest the men, but to keep them in town until he can arrive with a crucial...

In this thrilling episode of Gunsmoke , Marshal Matt Dillon returns from a brief trip up north only to encounter a young boy named Yorky Kelly, who brings news of his father’s kidnapping. When Yorky leads the Marshal to a desolate part of the prairie, they discover the elder Kelly barely clinging to life, almost starved to death after being left for dead. As the mystery unfolds, Marshal Dill...

In this tense and atmospheric episode of Gunsmoke , Harry Pope, a recent widower from Boston, is convinced that his isolated prairie farm is being surrounded by hostile Indians at night. Terrified by the noises he hears in the darkness, Harry shoots what he believes is an intruder—only to discover that he's killed a cowboy, not an Indian. The situation reveals deeper truths about fear, isola...

In this captivating episode of Gunsmoke , trouble rolls into Dodge with the arrival of Dolly Varden—a woman whose mere presence at the gambling tables seems to spell disaster. While Dolly doesn't gamble herself, anyone fortunate enough to have her by their side finds luck at the Faro tables, leading to fierce competition among the men of Dodge. Things take a deadly turn when two men fight ov...

In this suspenseful episode of Gunsmoke , Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself the target of a vengeful killer who strikes down an innocent man by mistake. When Shaw, a man with no known enemies, is shot in the back on Front Street, Marshal Dillon is determined to uncover the truth behind the attack. Shaw's only clue is a fleeting mention of "Stone" from the shooter, leading Dillon to suspect that he...

In this intense episode of "Gunsmoke," the stakes are life and death for Nat Sibberts, a man known for his wild ways with women but now ready to settle down. As he prepares to marry Polly, he finds himself caught in a deadly dilemma: someone has sworn to kill him if he goes through with the wedding—and someone else has vowed to kill him if he doesn’t. Polly’s brother Henry is det...

In this gripping episode of "Gunsmoke," tensions rise as a retired colonel, accustomed to commanding respect, finds himself at odds with the rough-and-tumble cowboys of Dodge City. Colonel Beck, recently arrived in town with his son Brian after driving a herd up from the Big Bend country, faces trouble from the men he's just paid off. The colonel’s military approach to leadership doesn&rsquo...

In this tense episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon and Chester face a moral dilemma as they find an Indian squaw near death on the open prairie. The harsh weather has left her exposed to the elements, and it quickly becomes clear that her condition is dire. As they rush to get her the medical attention she desperately needs, Marshal Dillon begins to suspect that her situation is no accident....

In this tension-filled episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon faces a volatile situation when rancher Lee Dorgan stumbles into the Dodge City jailhouse, drunk and desperate. Fearing that his anger will lead to murder, Dorgan begs Dillon to take his gun and lock him up before he acts on his rage. The target of his fury? His foreman, Jim Slater, whom Dorgan accuses of stealing his cattle and bet...

In this gripping episode of "Gunsmoke," John Asper, a man who swore off killing after his last deadly encounter in the spring of 1869, finds himself driven to break his vow when a dishonest lawyer named Rabb cheats him out of his ranch. Asper, unable to read, had been deceived into signing away his property to his sons under the false assurance that they wouldn’t have to wait until his death...

In this captivating episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon faces an unusual and ingenious plot to rob a bank in Dodge City. The town is no stranger to trouble, but the cunning nature of this scheme stands out as one of the most fascinating and original he’s encountered. Typically, the rough-and-tumble action in Dodge takes place under the cover of night, with men making their moves along...

In this gripping episode of "Gunsmoke," a buffalo hunter named Gatliff arrives in Dodge City with a chilling story and a dying man in tow. Gatliff's skinner, Billy, is brought into town with his face horribly disfigured, having been pushed into a pan of hot lead. Despite Doc’s best efforts, Billy doesn't survive, and Gatliff seems disturbingly indifferent to his death, dismissing Billy as ju...

In this intense episode of "Gunsmoke," the arrival of a beautiful and mysterious girl named Tacetta sets off a chain of violent events in Dodge City. Tacetta, new to town and shy, catches the eye of three men—Dorgan, Watson, and Horne—leading to a rising tension that quickly spirals out of control. Dorgan, possessive and unwilling to let anyone else dance with Tacetta, clashes with the...

In this gripping episode of "Gunsmoke," two soldiers find themselves on the wrong side of the law after a night in Dodge City takes a turn for the worse. Spear, a disciplined soldier, has been frantically searching for his friend and fellow soldier, Gallagher, who he finally discovers drunk in a local bar. What starts as a tense reunion quickly escalates into a brawl, landing both men in Marshal M...

In this intriguing episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon apprehends two notorious killers, Gorse and Orlo, and brings them back to Dodge City. While their guilt seems clear, three witnesses unexpectedly come forward to prove their innocence—but their motives are far from ordinary. Gorse and Orlo, down on their luck and desperate for money, had killed a storekeeper in a botched robbery....

In this tense episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon faces a formidable challenge when Frank Bissell and his gang brazenly return to Dodge, defying Dillon's previous warning to never set foot in town again. As the day progresses, Dillon gives the outlaws until sundown to leave, setting the stage for an inevitable and dramatic showdown. The episode features a gripping confrontation between Will...

In this gripping episode of "Gunsmoke," Marshal Matt Dillon faces off against a ruthless band of Jayhawkers who have been terrorizing a cattle drive from Texas. The Jayhawkers, notorious for their predatory raids, have pushed the cattlemen to their limits, and now, the Marshal must step in to restore order and bring justice to the plains. Originally aired on April 4, 1953, and later adapted for te...

In the "Gunsmoke" episode "Quarter Horse," tension brews in Dodge City when a simple horse race escalates into a high-stakes showdown. Thatcher, a proud owner of a Missouri quarter horse, finds himself in a bitter rivalry with Butler, a local rancher who mocks his horse's capabilities. The rivalry intensifies when Thatcher challenges Butler to a race, with the ownership of Butler's ranch hanging i...

In this intense episode of "Gunsmoke," titled "Pussy Cats," the town of Dodge City becomes the stage for a deadly game of reputation as gunfighter Ken Creed sets his sights on Marshal Matt Dillon. Creed, known for his quick draw and ruthless efficiency, is determined to kill Matt to elevate his status as the fastest gun in the West. Creed’s path of destruction begins with the cold-blooded mu...

In this intriguing episode of "Gunsmoke," titled "Cyclone," Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself drawn into a web of suspicion and mystery surrounding the sudden sale and subsequent disappearance of the owners of the Cyclone Ranch. The program even includes a special message of praise from the Governor of Kansas, underscoring the significance of this tale. The Cyclone Ranch, once a bustling property,...

In "Arsolom," an intense episode of "Gunsmoke" that aired on March 7, 1953, Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself caught between upholding the law and maintaining peace in a town torn apart by conflicting interests. Billy Mallor, his father, and their Texas gang ride into Dodge City and quickly turn the town upside down, shooting up the streets and causing chaos. The townspeople are scared, but there'...

In "Trojan War," a thrilling episode of "Gunsmoke" aired on February 28, 1953, the notorious Pueblo Gang descends upon Dodge City, leaving a trail of violence and chaos in their wake. The Pueblo Gang is known for their ruthless efficiency, and when they arrive in Dodge City, it doesn't take long for trouble to follow. Soon after their arrival, the stagecoach carrying a valuable gold shipment is am...

In "Meshougah," an unforgettable episode of "Gunsmoke" that aired on February 21, 1953, Marshal Matt Dillon and Chester find themselves in a town gripped by fear and silence, where danger lurks in every shadow. It was a clear morning when Matt Dillon and Chester left Dodge City, the crisp air urging their horses to move faster. Their destination was Pierceville, a small town about 40 miles west of...

The Roundup: A Deadly Reunion in Dodge City In "The Roundup," an intense episode of "Gunsmoke" that aired on February 13, 1953, Marshal Matt Dillon faces a tragic showdown during Dodge City's annual roundup, where old friends become unexpected enemies. The annual cattle roundup has brought a surge of rough-and-tumble men into Dodge City—buffalo hunters, saddle bums, and spoilers—all co...