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Suspense
An air traffic controller guides an inexperienced pilot through a perilous night of heavy overcast and dwindling fuel. The stakes rise as time runs out and the pilot's panic threatens their survival.
Gunsmoke
A young widow, Miss Marvel, faces tragedy after her husband, Hank Marble, is shot dead, leaving behind their son, Beanie. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the murder, uncovering tensions in the community.
Suspense
In 'Three Skeleton Key', a lighthouse keeper and his two companions face a terrifying ordeal when their isolated island is overrun by a horde of giant rats. As they struggle to survive, the stakes rise with their dwindling supplies and the looming threat of the creatures.
Dragnet
Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a series of burglaries in Los Angeles, focusing on a thief who only steals petty cash and leaves behind milk bottles. They suspect a juvenile may be involved as they follow the clues.
Gunsmoke
Rose, a skilled card dealer in Dodge City, plans to kill a man she has been searching for. As tensions rise, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the dangerous world of gambling and deceit to uncover the truth.
X Minus One
A radio signal from interstellar space reveals a television picture, indicating an alien spaceship is approaching Earth. A journalist investigates the implications of this discovery.
Fort Laramie
A Crow Indian named Charlie, wounded and in pain, finds himself in the care of Captain Lee Quince and his men at Fort Laramie. As they tend to his injuries, questions arise about his past and the circumstances leading to his condition.
Gunsmoke
Someone attempts to kill Jezra Cobb, a notorious skinflint in Dodge City, raising questions about who would want him dead and why. Tensions rise as U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the motives behind the attack.
Suspense
Ernie and Whitey, two young boys, find themselves on a dangerous path after stealing peaches from a local woman rumored to be a witch. As they plot a heist, the stakes rise when their actions lead to unforeseen consequences.
Gunsmoke
Jim Nielson returns to Dodge City with a death sentence hanging over him, seeking revenge on the Mahler Brothers. As tensions rise, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon tries to prevent further violence.
Ranger Bill
Ranger Bill and his friends embark on a skiing adventure but encounter strange and frightening sounds in the woods, leading them to investigate a potential threat to the local cattle.
Fort Laramie
An ex-Rebel soldier is assigned to Company B at Fort Laramie, where his deep-seated hatred for Yankees complicates his new life. Tensions rise as he must navigate his past and the expectations of his new comrades.
Gunsmoke
A riverboat gambler named Clint Ascombe arrives in Dodge City seeking revenge against Jim Cass. Tensions rise as U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon tries to protect Cass from Ascombe's deadly intentions.
X Minus One
A treasury agent investigates a series of counterfeit credit notes that bear identical serial numbers, raising alarms about a potential security breach in the currency system.
Gunsmoke
Young Trace Gore arrives in Dodge with a deadly intention to confront the notorious gunman Lafe Tugwell, raising tensions in the town as the stakes escalate.
X Minus One
A spaceship faces a dire situation when its navigator is incapacitated, leaving the crew stranded in an unknown part of hyperspace. They must find a way to navigate home without their primary navigation system.
Suspense
A man takes out a life insurance policy and plots to murder a lookalike to claim the money. As the plan unfolds, he finds himself arrested for his own murder instead.
Gunsmoke
In Gunsmoke: Box O' Rocks, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding Packy Roundtree's supposed death, which may be a ruse involving a coffin filled with rocks.
Fort Laramie
The paymaster is four months late arriving at Fort Laramie, causing unrest among the soldiers who are desperate for their pay. Tensions rise as the men contemplate their dwindling resources and the potential for desertion.
Gunsmoke
Odie Perkins and Brace McCoy, longtime friends, find themselves in a bitter feud that escalates into a confrontation. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon intervenes to prevent violence between the two old codgers.
Fort Laramie
Captain Quince investigates the slaughter of buffalo on Indian land, suspecting white hunters are responsible for the wasteful killings. The stakes rise as he realizes this could lead to conflict with the local tribes.
Gunsmoke
Belle Ainsley returns to Dodge after three years with a gunman, stirring up old memories and tensions. As she seeks to clear her name, the town's judgment looms over her.
Suspense
In 'The Security Agent,' two friends in Poland plot a daring escape from their oppressive lives by hijacking a plane. The stakes rise as they confront their fears and the reality of their dangerous plan.
Gunsmoke
In Gunsmoke: Old Pal, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the disappearance of Lily, a woman who paid for her train ticket with stolen banknotes linked to the murder of her former lover, Jim Rankin. The stakes rise as Dillon uncovers a web of deceit surrounding the robbery and the people involved.
Suspense
A determined grocer, having killed three would-be robbers, is resolute in his stance against crime. Tensions rise as he faces the consequences of his actions and the implications of his violent choices.
Gunsmoke
In Gunsmoke: No Sale, Kitty faces pressure from two tough men who want to buy the Long Branch Saloon, but she refuses their offer, leading to escalating tensions in Dodge City.
Fort Laramie
Captain Quince receives a distress call from Indian Agent Lack, who fears an uprising among the Sioux. As tensions rise, Quince must navigate the complexities of the agency and the needs of the Native Americans.
Suspense
A man embezzles $50,000 from his company and attempts to escape to Paris, only to find his boss unexpectedly boarding the same flight. The stakes rise as he struggles to maintain his double identity.
Fort Laramie
Captain Lee Quince and his men encounter the Shoshone Indians, who are seeking peace but face a violent threat from a fanatical army major. The stakes rise as the situation escalates towards a tragic confrontation.
Gunsmoke
Rena Decker arrives in Dodge City, igniting a fierce rivalry among men vying for her attention. As tensions escalate, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the chaos to maintain order.
X Minus One
On a distant planet, a team of colonists wakes up to find their clothing mysteriously vanished. As they investigate, they uncover a strange creature that could pose a significant threat to their survival.
Fort Laramie
The Quiring family arrives at Fort Laramie, bringing their eccentric interests in Indian culture and nature. As Captain Quince tries to escort them, he discovers their adventurous spirit leads to unexpected complications.
Gunsmoke
A young boy is found at the scene of a murder, raising suspicions about his involvement. As tensions rise, U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must uncover the truth behind the crime and protect the innocent.
Suspense
A trio of men plots to take over a decrepit tramp steamer and its drunken captain for a lucrative scrap deal. As they prepare to execute their plan, tensions rise and trust becomes a fragile commodity.
Suspense
A young assemblyman fights against the city's racketeers, drawing the ire of powerful criminals. As he pushes for reform, a desperate thug is hired to silence him permanently.
Gunsmoke
Marshal Dillon faces a difficult task as he must evict a reformed gunfighter, Brandon Teak, from his land due to a legal oversight. The stakes rise as Teak's wife is about to give birth, complicating the eviction process.
21st Precinct
Captain Keel and his team at the 21st Precinct tackle a complex case involving a burglar who claims a corrupt cop let him go free after a robbery. As they investigate, the stakes rise when the truth about the officer's actions comes into question.
Suspense
A robber uses the newspaper to find mink coats to steal, but his plans are complicated when a murder occurs. The stakes rise as he navigates a dangerous encounter with the police.
X Minus One
Mr. Costello, a passenger on a spaceship, stirs up paranoia and suspicion among the crew, leading to a tense confrontation with the captain. As tensions rise, the crew must navigate the implications of Costello's influence and the potential for chaos.
Suspense
Scotland Yard investigates a gang of spies involved in the torture and murder of an engineer for classified information. The stakes rise as they confront the suspects in a tense standoff.