Howard McNear

Ep 288

In this episode of Gunsmoke, Flagg Miller is furious when Grody Beck is released from jail, believing him to be the cattle thief who has wronged him. With no evidence to hold Grody, the law is powerless, and Flagg's anger threatens to escalate into violence. As tensions mount in…

Ep 555

Cattle rustlers? Yes and no, but it's anthrax that counts!

Ep 286

In the Gunsmoke episode "Another Man's Poison," Marshal Dillon faces a volatile situation when two men discover they are both married to the same woman, Sally. As Sally grapples with her past and the unexpected return of her first husband, Jeff, the stakes escalate, leading to a…

Ep 285

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Custer, Marshal Dillon faces the challenge of solving the murder of old man Granby, a local figure with a reputation for being a miser. As Dillon and his deputy Chester track down the suspect, they encounter resistance and deception, leading to a te…

Ep 284

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Child Labor, two orphaned brothers, Bus and Howie Chaney, arrive in Dodge City with hopes of finding their uncle. They quickly attract the attention of Oris Sybert, a dubious character who hires them to break wild horses for the cavalry. As they set…

Ep 283

In the Gunsmoke episode "Looney McCluny," the eccentric old man, McCluny, insists he has struck it rich with gold from the hills, but his claims are met with skepticism. When he is found murdered, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must unravel the mystery surrounding McCluny's supposed fo…

Ep 282

In the Gunsmoke episode "Jobe's Son," Tad Harley comes back to Dodge City after a long absence, finding his father Jobe in poor health. Jobe is hopeful that Tad's return will bring some comfort and support, but Tad is resentful and unwilling to take on the responsibilities of car…

Ep 281

In the Gunsmoke episode titled 'Grass,' Harry Pope, a nervous farmer, is convinced that Indians are lurking around his property at night. After he shoots what he believes to be an Indian, it turns out to be a cowboy named Joe Carter, leading to a spiral of violence and revenge in…

Ep 279

In the Gunsmoke episode 'Jayhawkers', U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon is called to assist a cattle drive threatened by a group of ruthless Jayhawkers. As tensions mount, the cattlemen, led by trail boss Dolph Quince, prepare for a showdown against the outlaws who have already caused cha…

Ep 278

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Big Hands, Martha Rudker brings her husband's lifeless body into Dodge City, claiming he was murdered by a stranger with notably large shoulders. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon is drawn into the investigation, which leads him to Bull Logan, a newcomer in…

Ep 277

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Cow Doctor, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon accompanies Doc Adams to the ranch of Ben Pitcher, a man who despises doctors yet desperately needs help for his sick cow. The visit quickly turns tense as Pitcher's refusal to acknowledge the value of medical ca…

Ep 274

In Word of Honor, Doc finds himself in a precarious situation after treating a wounded criminal. He promises not to disclose the identities or whereabouts of his patients, a vow that puts his life at risk when the criminals come to collect him. Meanwhile, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon…

Ep 273

In the Gunsmoke episode titled The Buffalo Hunter, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon faces a chilling mystery when a buffalo skinner is brought into Dodge City, severely injured and later dies. The circumstances of his injury raise questions, especially after a nester is found murdered sh…

Ep 271

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Summer Night, a wagon train departs Dodge City, leaving behind a baby girl. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon, along with his companions, is faced with the challenge of finding the child's mother while dealing with the emotional weight of the situation. The…