The Peace Officer - Gunsmoke | 08/18/1957 (Ep280)
Summary
U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates a corrupt sheriff in Tascosa, only to be threatened by the villain Clegg Rollins, who attempts to assassinate him. During his escape to Dodge City, Dillon is joined by Stella, a woman Rollins abused, who seeks protection and a new life. After surviving an ambush and treating Stella's wound, she decides to leave town to avoid further danger. The episode concludes with Rollins' death and Dillon arranging for Bill Hickok to become the new peace officer in Tascosa.
Topics discussed
Just Another Day in CA: Intro Ad
Gunsmoke Theme and Matt Dillon Introduction
Breakfast Scene: Chester, Kitty, and Matt
Confrontation with Marshal Clegg Rollins
Riding Out and Meeting Stella Harkney
Stella's Backstory and Decision to Ride On
Ambush by Rollins' Men
Treating Wounds at the Nester's Cabin
Arrival in Dodge and Stella's Departure
Matt Confronts Rollins in Dodge
Choosing Bill Hickok as New Peace Officer
Gunsmoke Credits
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