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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 U.S. Marshal and the smell of Gunsmoke. Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, the story of the violence that moved West with young America, the story of a man who moved with it, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal. He sure made himself scarce in a hurry, Mr. Dillon. Yeah, it looks that way. The plaza seems pretty quiet. Maybe he got the wind up and rode r…

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Synopsis

In the Gunsmoke episode titled Absalom, the quiet town of Dodge City is thrown into chaos by the reckless behavior of Billy Mallard and his father's gang. Billy, emboldened by his family's wealth and influence, has already shot up half the town and threatens to continue his rampage unless stopped. Marshal Matt Dillon, the steadfast lawman, is determined to restore order, but he faces significant pressure from the townsfolk who fear the Mallards' retribution.

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Harry Bartell

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Parley Baer

Sam Edwards

William Conrad

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Gunsmoke 53-03-07 (046) Absalom.mp3

Gunsmoke, Episode 46

Absalom

Saturday, March 7, 1953 · 30:02

Gunsmoke, Episode 46

Absalom

Saturday, March 7, 1953 · 30:02

Summary

In Dodge City, Marshal Matt Dillon faces off against Billy Mallard and his father's gang, who threaten to wreak havoc in town. The stakes rise as Dillon must maintain order while dealing with the Mallards' influence and aggression.

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