The Margin - Gunsmoke | 10/13/1957 (Ep288)
Sep 16, 2026 · 18m
Summary
In this "Matt Dillon" episode, the U.S. Marshal investigates a cattle theft in Dodge City, initially suspecting young Grady Beck based on a rancher's daughter's accusation. Dillon discovers the girl lied out of jealousy and tracks the real culprits, Pete Crow and the ranch foreman, who are caught with the stolen herd. The story concludes with Grady's exoneration and the villains' capture, highlighting the complexities of justice in the Old West.
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Episode intro and narrator
Marshal Matt Dillon introduction
Releasing Grady Beck from jail
Confrontation with Flag Miller
Grady leaves Dodge City
Miller threatens vigilante justice
Search for missing cattle
Discussion with Doc about the case
Miller accuses Grady again
Dillon warns Miller
Arrival at the saloon
Kitty reveals Miller's daughter's motive
Grady's true location revealed
Identifying Pete Crow
Confronting Pete Crow
Crow confesses to rustling
Ambushing Flag Miller
Revealing the truth to Miller
Grady's fate and episode end
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