The Stallion | Gunsmoke (05-18-58)
Summary
In this Gunsmoke episode, Marshal Matt Dillon investigates a runaway horse found with severe whip marks, leading to a confrontation with Dan Stokes, whose stud horse was forcibly taken by the ruthless Old Harker. Harker claims legal ownership through a foreclosure on Stokes' late father's debt, but Dillon suspects foul play after discovering the horse was abused. The tension escalates when Harker attempts to recapture the terrified animal, resulting in a fatal accident that kills Harker and cripples the horse. The episode concludes with a somber scene where Dillon must decide whether to eut…
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Show intro and sponsorship information
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Harker confronts Stokes about debt and horse
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Dillon and Chester discuss silence and spot runaway
Inspecting the beaten runaway horse
Dillon secures horse tack at the livery
Stokes seeks legal advice from Dillon
Harker arrives to claim saddle and bridle
Dillon warns Harker about animal abuse
Horse stolen and Dillon heads to livery
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Harker injured and horse euthanized
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