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20 results for “Gunsmoke” in 1959 · episodes
Gunsmoke · Episode 352
Sunday, January 4, 1959
In Dodge City, an unknown coward targets Marshal Dillon for assassination, leading to a tense investigation as Dillon seeks to uncover the identity of his would-be killer. The stakes rise as innocent lives are caught in the crossfire of cowardice and vengeance. An unknown coward in Dodge is out to kill Marshal Dillon. Good radio, well-done! The script was broadcast originally on October 9, 1955 (see cat. #47825) and on the Gunsmoke television series on March 7, 1959. One commercial and the program closing have been deleted after the program closing. The story is similar in plot to "What The Whiskey Drummer Heard," see cat. #52133 and #53164. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Joseph Kearns, Parley Baer, William Bendix, William Conrad Fitch Shampoo, Four-Way Cold Tablets, Popular Science Opening credits, Discussing the shooting incident, Confronting the cowardly shooter, Accusations of guilt arise, Facing the consequences of fear murder, crime, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful, and a little lonely. Welcome W…
Gunsmoke · Episode 353
Sunday, January 11, 1959
Webb, a wolfer, is determined to hunt a legendary white wolf that threatens Nate Guthrie's horses, leading to a tense confrontation over land and survival. Webb, a wolfer who dislikes his fellow men, refuses to leave the land claimed by Nate Guthrie. He's determined to kill the large, white wolf that is still killing Guthrie's horses. The story borrows heavily from "Moby Dick." One public service announcement has been deleted. Georgia Ellis, Joan Bennett, Lawrence Dobkin, Tom Hanley, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Fitch Shampoo, Four-Way Cold Tablets Opening credits, Confront Whip about the wolf, Discussing the wolf's threat, Guthrie warns of danger, Riding out to confront Guthrie, Discovering the wolf's lair, Debating the wolf's fate, Webb's connection to the wolf George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there's just one way to handle the killers of the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of Gunsmoke. Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Here's actress Joan Be…
Gunsmoke · Episode 354
Sunday, January 18, 1959
A religious fanatic named Ira Scurlock accuses Chester of interfering with divine judgment and threatens to cut off his hand. Tensions rise as Marshal Matt Dillon must confront Scurlock's dangerous beliefs and protect Chester. A religious fanatic named Ira Scurlock accuses Chester of interfering with the work of the Lord, and plans to cut off Chester's hand! The system cue has been deleted. Harry Bartell, Jack Edwards, Joseph Kearns, Parley Baer, Sam Edwards, William Conrad Opening credits, Confronting the ragged men, Judgment is declared, Iris reveals her intentions, Chester questions the old man, Kitty checks on Chester, The trial reaches a verdict murder, psychological, crime tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Sunday is …
Gunsmoke · Episode 355
Sunday, January 25, 1959
A drunken ex-gunfighter, Zeno Smith, struggles to keep his past a secret while trying to provide for his young friend Tommy. When Zeno becomes embroiled in a robbery, the stakes rise as he must confront his demons to protect the boy. A drunken ex-gun fighter is forced to help in a robbery of the general store, in an attempt to keep his thirteen year old friend Tommy from learning about his past disgrace. The system cue has been deleted. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on November 14, 1959. Georgia Ellis, Lawrence Dobkin, Parley Baer, Richard Beals, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Fitch Shampoo, Four-Way Cold Tablets Zeno Smith faces his demons, Chester warns Matt about trouble, Tommy seeks his father's approval, Hank Fergus confronts Zeno, A deadly encounter unfolds, Tommy receives a final gift George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Look at him everybody. The great Zeno Smith crawling like a snake. And I done it. Hank Fergus. Just remember that. Hank Fergus. Anybody like to try me? I didn't think so. You're all cowards in Dodge City. I'm leaving. Good night, Zeno Smith. Barkeep. …
Gunsmoke · Episode 356
Sunday, February 1, 1959
The Finney twins arrive in Dodge City with a deadly agenda to hunt Indians, but their naive demeanor hides a violent reality. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must confront their murderous intentions before more innocent lives are lost. The brainless Finney twins come to Dodge to kill Indians. They seem harmless, but are really killers! The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on May 21, 1960. The other commercials and the program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Jack Moyles, Jeanne Bates, Joseph Kearns, Ralph Moody, Sam Edwards, William Conrad Popular Science Magazine Marshal reflects on his duty, Opening credits, Twins face hunger and desperation, Mysterious wagon raises concern, Twins reveal their dark intentions, Confrontation escalates in the stable, Twins face the consequences of violence murder, crime, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the spell of gun smoke. Music Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they looked for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Mu…
Gunsmoke · Episode 357
Sunday, February 8, 1959
Yancy Groat arrives in Dodge City with a deadly plan to kill Tom Haskett, a former Union soldier he blames for his wife's death during the war. As tensions rise, the stakes become a matter of life and death. Yancy Groat comes to Dodge to commit murder. He plans to kill Tom Hasket, a former Union soldier who killed his wife during the war. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on January 2, 1960. The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Frank Cady, Harry Bartell, Jess Kirkpatrick, Lawrence Dobkin, Parley Baer, William Conrad Opening credits, Discussing a special gun repair, Groat seeks a coffin, Groat's intentions revealed, Groat confronts his past, Groat faces Haskett again, The truth about revenge revenge, murder, crime tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Well, you …
Gunsmoke · Episode 358
Sunday, February 15, 1959
In Gunsmoke: Body Snatch, a new doctor in Dodge City, Milford Brand, disrupts the status quo by using modern methods, which leads to conflict over his grave-robbing practices. Tensions rise as U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the fallout with the local Indian community. Doctor Milford Brand has come to Dodge with "modern methods" and is taking business away from Doc Adams. He's also taking the bodies from Indian graves! The other commercials and the program closing after the cast credits have been deleted. Howard Culver, Jack Moyles, James Nusser, Ralph Moody, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Opening credits, Marshal confronts grave robber, Dillon investigates missing body, Doctor faces accusations of theft, Tensions rise with local tribesmen, Dillon and Doc learn a lesson crime, murder, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violist that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. In there. E…
Gunsmoke · Episode 359
Sunday, February 22, 1959
Miss Sarah Howell arrives in Dodge City searching for her fiancé, Guy Porter, who seems to have vanished. As U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates, he uncovers troubling truths about Porter's past. Miss Sarah Howell arrives in Dodge looking for her fiancee, who is named Guy Porter. Mr. Porter however, has an agenda of his own! The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Ann Morrison, Clarke Gordon, Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Parley Baer, Vic Perrin Opening credits, Miss Howell arrives in Dodge, Searching for Guy Porter, Rumors about the missing man, A woman is attacked, Identifying the wrong man, Confronting the past George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of Gunsmoke. Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Mr. Dillon? Yeah, wh…
Gunsmoke · Episode 360
Sunday, March 1, 1959
Big Tom Burr, despite having a bad heart, accepts a challenge to fight Hank Creel, putting his life at risk. Tensions rise as U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon intervenes to prevent the fight. Big Tom Burr accepts a challenge to fight Hank Creel, even though he has a bad heart and it might kill him! The script was used on the television series on January 9, 1960. The program closing and part of the cast credits have been deleted. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, John Meston, Parley Baer, William Conrad Opening credits, Big Tom boasts about fighting, Doc warns Tom about fighting, Marshal confronts Big Tom, Fight is about to begin, Aftermath of the fight, Tom reflects on his choices murder, revenge, crime, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with a U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with Young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, the United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Sister! …
Gunsmoke · Episode 361
Sunday, March 8, 1959
Maw Hawkins pressures her son Razz into robbing a stagecoach carrying $20,000, with Chester on board. Razz struggles with his conscience as the stakes rise during the heist. Maw Hawkins forces her son Razz to rob the stagecoach. Chester's on the stage, along with $20,000 in cash! Chester gets the money back, but in his own unique way! The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Jeanette Nolan, Sam Edwards, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Opening credits, Raz struggles with his future, Stagecoach prepares to leave, Stagecoach is held up, Raz faces a tough decision, Matt investigates the robbery, Clues lead to the holdup man crime, psychological, murder tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with a U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Music Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with Young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chance a job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Raz? …
Gunsmoke · Episode 362
Sunday, March 15, 1959
Marshal Dillon and Chester encounter a small cavalry unit escorting Mary Taber, recently ransomed from the Arapahos, as they navigate the dangers of the frontier. Tensions rise when they realize they may still be pursued by the very tribe that captured her. Marshal Dillon and Chester meet up with eight cavalry soldiers traveling with Mary Taber, who has just been ransomed back from the Arapahos. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on December 2, 1961. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Jack Moyles, Jeanne Bates, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Opening credits, Discussing the Arapaho ransom, Mary shares her experience, Mary runs to the Indian, Confronting Two Eagles, Mary makes a difficult choice, Reflecting on the past murder, survival, revenge, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with a U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, the United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. More cof…
Gunsmoke · Episode 363
Sunday, March 22, 1959
A new judge arrives in Dodge City, bringing with him a case involving murder and a robbery of $10,000. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the complexities of justice in a lawless land. Judge Stokes has arrived in Dodge to dispense a most unusual brand of justice. A killing and $10,000 from a robbery are at stake. The script was used previously on March 12, 1955 (see cat. #17302 and #61774). One commercial has been deleted. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Lawrence Dobkin, Parley Baer, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Fram Oil Filters, Pepsi-Cola, Sta-Nu Drycleaning Opening credits, Homer faces accusations, Murder shakes Dodge City, Court proceedings begin, Jury delivers verdict, Homer insists on innocence, Marshal confronts the judge murder, crime, courtroom tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west there is just one way to handle the killers of the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chance a job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Matt, no Matt, wher…
Gunsmoke · Episode 364
Sunday, March 29, 1959
An Easterner courts a Dodge City girl, but his charm leads him into a deadly shoot-out and a kidnapping plot that puts his life at risk. An Easterner starts courting a Dodge City girl, and finds himself in a shoot-out, surviving that, he's then kidnapped! Al Hodge, Al Pearce, Ellen Berry, Georgia Ellis, Parley Baer, William Conrad Fram Oil Filters Opening credits, Discussing Laurie's Suitor, Laurie Seeks Help from Dillon, Andy Claims Self-Defense, Bone Plans Revenge Against Andy, Dillon Investigates the Situation, Confrontation with Scott and Bone romance, crime, murder tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancy job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. One is a si…
Gunsmoke · Episode 365
Sunday, April 5, 1959
Tug Marsh, a wounded trapper, survives a bear attack and seeks revenge on his partner, Billy Adams, who left him for dead. As tensions rise in Dodge City, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the impending confrontation. Tug Marsh gets wounded by a bear and is left to die by his partner Billy Adams. Tug survives and is brought back to Dodge, planning to kill Billy Adams. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on November 3, 1962. Gunsmoke has just won an award from TV Radio Mirror as "Best Dramatic Program On Radio," for the fifth consecutive year. Georgia Ellis, Lawrence Dobkin, Parley Baer, Ralph Moody, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Marshal investigates a strange noise, Doc examines a wounded trapper, Trapper vows revenge on a bear, Tug's friend seeks confrontation, Tug prepares for a fateful meeting, Billy reflects on past choices revenge, survival, crime tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west there is just one way to handle the killers of the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. The story of the violence that moved west with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chance a job that makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Well hello stranger. Evening Kitty. Where you been? I us…
Gunsmoke · Episode 366
Sunday, April 12, 1959
Chester forgets an important errand and fears he is no longer needed by Marshal Dillon. As he grapples with self-doubt, he seeks to prove his worth amidst the challenges of Dodge City. After forgetting an errand, Chester comes to believe Marshal Dillon doesn't need him anymore. Can't Chester do anything right? Some of the cast credits and the program closing have been deleted. The program ends strangely, as if poorly edited. Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, James Nusser, Parley Baer, William Conrad Opening credits, Chester forgets important papers, Chester feels foolish about mistake, Chester faces ridicule at the bar, Marshal learns Chester's gone, Chester realizes the danger ahead, Chester seeks redemption in Dodge psychological, crime, survival tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there's just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, the United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chance a job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Dodge City, ev…
Gunsmoke · Episode 367
Sunday, April 19, 1959
Rob Crandall struggles against his father's controlling nature while trying to forge his own path, leading him to a dangerous stagecoach robbery with new companions. Rob Crandall tries to break away from his domineering father, and into a stagecoach robbery with two of his new "friends." The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Barney Phillips, Ken Lynch, Parley Baer, Ralph Moody, Sam Edwards, William Conrad Opening credits, A man moves with America, Chester senses trouble, Stagecoach robbery is planned, Marshal prepares for confrontation, Tragedy strikes in Dodge City, A son dies in violence George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on West, there's just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chance a job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. There's a little d…
Gunsmoke · Episode 368
Sunday, April 26, 1959
A dim-witted bank robber named Augie shoots U.S. Marshal Dillon, hoping to claim his badge. His partner Rack sees an opportunity to use Dillon's life to protect their escape. A not-too-bright bank robber named Augie shoots Marshal Dillon just because he wants his badge! His pal Rack does his thinking for him, and plans to keep Dillon alive for his own reasons! The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on November 12, 1960. Georgia Ellis, Harry Bartell, Howard McNear, John Meston, Parley Baer, William Conrad Opening credits, Confront Rack and the Marshal, Discussing the Marshal's Fate, Making a Dangerous Bargain, Augie's Plan to Get Food, Augie's Struggle with Loyalty, The Promise of the Badge George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with a U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Music Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violin that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful, and a little lonely. Music R…
Gunsmoke · Episode 369
Sunday, May 3, 1959
Vince Wiley arrives in Dodge City with a hidden agenda to kill Marshal Matt Dillon. As he ingratiates himself as a deputy, tensions rise as Dillon becomes aware of Wiley's true intentions. Vince Wiley becomes Dillon's self-appointed deputy with secret plans to kill him! William Conrad starts the program by thanking listeners at the start of the show's eighth year on the air. The script was used on the Gunsmoke television series on March 5, 1960. Frank Knight, Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Jeanne Bates, Parley Baer, William Conrad Longines Watches Opening credits, Vince arrives in Dodge City, Wiley intervenes in a fight, Chester questions Wiley's authority, Wiley confronts Marshal Dillon, Tensions rise between Wiley and Dillon, Dillon asserts control over Dodge George Walsh CBS Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. William Conrad. Good evening. Tonight is a special night for us here in the studio, for it's with this show that we start our eighth year of the Gunsmoke series. This means that for nearly 400 weeks, Matt Chester, Doc Kitty, and all the other citizens of Dodge have been occasional visitors in your homes. All of us connected with Gunsmoke want you to know how much we appreciate your interest, your loyalty, and we sincerely hope that you'll continue to be with us each wee…
Gunsmoke · Episode 370
Sunday, May 10, 1959
Mrs. Chamberlain arrives in Dodge City searching for her grandson Junius, who has gotten into trouble. She demands U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon's help to bring him back home. Mrs. Chamberlain has arrived in Dodge looking for her grandson Junius. He's a gentleman from Yale! The program closing has been deleted after the cast credits. Jeanette Nolan, Jess Kirkpatrick, Joseph Kearns, Sam Edwards, Vic Perrin, William Conrad Opening credits, Matt searches for a grandson, Bank robbery escalates tensions, Chamberlain faces accusations, Junius defends his actions, Matt confronts family secrets George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west there is just one way to handle the killers of the spoilers and that's where the US Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Gun Smoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. This is Frank Kni…
Gunsmoke · Episode 371
Sunday, May 17, 1959
In Gunsmoke: Scared Boy, Marshal Dillon must protect young Tad and his mother, Cora, after they witness a murder. The stakes rise as Dillon uses Tad as bait to catch the killer. When Cora Meadows and her young son Tad witness a killing, Marshal Dillon uses the boy as bait to catch the murderer! The program closing has been deleted after some of the cast credits. Ben Wright, Lawrence Dobkin, Parley Baer, Richard Beals, Virginia Christine, William Conrad Opening credits, A boy pleads for help, Cora reveals her fears, Doc finds the injured boy, Marshal seeks the gunman, Tension rises over the boy, Confrontation escalates in Dodge murder, crime, psychological tense George Walsh CBS Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there is just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers, and that's with the U.S. Marshal and the smell of gun smoke. Music Gun Smoke, starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved west with young America, and the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal, the first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancey job, and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely. Musi…
