John Dehner

Ep 5

Paladin tries to prevent a battle between Matt Beecher and the Pawnees, caused by a small boy claimed as the son of both Matt Beecher and the Indian Chief. A good Christmas story. The script was used on the "Have Gun, Will Travel" television show on December 21, 1957.

Ep 349

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Kitty's Injury, Kitty suffers a serious injury after falling from her horse, prompting Marshal Dillon to rush to her aid. As he seeks shelter with a group of unfriendly Kansans, he faces hostility and danger while trying to secure medical assistance…

Ep 4

Manfred Holt, a killer with nine notches on his gun, makes a deal with Paladin to see his son. See cat. #46767 for a network, sponsored, quality upgrade version of this broadcast. The script was used on the "Have Gun, Will Travel" television show on September 21, 1957.

Ep 3

Paladin travels to Abilene to help his friend Tom Carter make a lady out of Ella West, star of his Wild West Show. The script was used on the "Have Gun, Will Travel" television show on January 4, 1958.

Ep 779

The episode Misfire revolves around an atomic bomb test called Jack Hammer, set in a remote desert location. As the countdown begins, a small wrench becomes lodged in the bomb's door, causing a critical failure. With thousands of Marines and civil defense personnel in the vicinit…

Ep 2

A good story about Paladin's visit to Bluebell. He loses his money, gun, and horse...but wins a woman. Not a fair exchange! See cat. #46765 for a quality upgrade, network, sponsored version of this broadcast. The script was used on the "Have Gun, Will Travel" television series on…

Ep 778

In A Statement of Fact, a District Attorney named Dale Christian is determined to get a confession from Ellen Dudley, who is accused of murdering her husband. As he presents the evidence against her, including fingerprints on the murder weapon and witness testimonies, he tries to…

Ep 1

The first show of the series. Senor Miguel Rojas has been knifed and is dying. Before passing on, he hires Paladin to deliver his body to Mexico. There's more than one surprise inside the coffin! The script was used on the "Have Gun, Will Travel" television series on October 26,…

Ep 344

In the episode titled Target - Chester, Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself embroiled in a dangerous situation when he accidentally shoots Purd Leach's brother during a confrontation. Purd, filled with rage and seeking revenge, kidnaps Chester and manipulates the situation to force…

Ep 343

In the Gunsmoke episode 'Old Man's Gold', Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself in a delicate situation when Cassius Mayhew requests that he protect a locked suitcase filled with family heirlooms. Mayhew's wife is gravely ill, and he is desperate to ensure her treasures are safe whil…

Ep 342

In the episode The Tragedian from Gunsmoke, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon is on high alert as he anticipates a potential jailbreak by Brad Kyler, who is determined to free his brother from jail. The situation becomes even more precarious with the presence of Edward Vandermann, a drunk…

Ep 767

Set in an unnamed country during a time of political upheaval, The Wait follows a group of revolutionaries who have just executed several supposed traitors. As they await the arrival of their leader, the characters engage in a tense dialogue about honor, betrayal, and the cost of…

Ep 334

In the Gunsmoke episode "I Thee Wed," Hester Lackett is trapped in a cycle of abuse at the hands of her husband, Sam. Despite the physical harm he inflicts, she remains unwilling to sign a complaint against him, illustrating the complexities of domestic violence and loyalty. U.S.…

Ep 333

In The Blacksmith, Emil, a gentle German blacksmith, is tormented by the local bully, Gil Tallman, just as he is about to marry his sweetheart, Gretchen, arriving from St. Louis. Emil's good nature is put to the test as Tallman's harassment intensifies, causing him to question hi…