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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 where the US 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. What are you building up the fire this time of night for? More light, see better? See what? Nothing, I just want more light, that's all. Mr. E…

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Synopsis

In Gunsmoke: The Killer, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself in a precarious situation when a new threat emerges in Dodge City. Crego, a cowardly killer, has been making waves with his ruthless behavior, targeting those he perceives as weak. The tension in the air is palpable as Dillon and his deputy Chester realize that Crego's presence could lead to more bloodshed if left unchecked. The episode opens with Dillon reflecting on the nature of violence in the West, setting the stage for the moral dilemmas he will face.

Host

G

George Walsh

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L

Lawrence Dobkin

Parley Baer

R

Richard Deacon

Vic Perrin

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Gunsmoke 54-02-13 (095) The Killer.mp3

Gunsmoke, Episode 95

The Killer

Saturday, February 13, 1954 · 25:01

Gunsmoke, Episode 95

The Killer

Saturday, February 13, 1954 · 25:01

Summary

In Gunsmoke: The Killer, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon confronts a cowardly killer named Crego, who has been terrorizing Dodge City. The stakes rise as Dillon must find a way to stop Crego before he claims more victims.

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