Episode Details

In this intense episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon faces a perplexing murder case that seems just out of reach. A mysterious stranger has arrived in Dodge City, and after a series of strange events, old man Granby is found murdered. Though Dillon suspects the stranger is responsible, the lack of concrete evidence forces the Marshal to tread carefully.

As Dillon investigates, he finds himself caught between his pursuit of justice and the Army’s intervention. The Army Major, arriving in Dodge, claims the stranger is actually a deserter, complicating Dillon’s case further. But despite the stranger’s fate lying with the Army, Dillon’s intuition tells him that justice will eventually prevail, even without his direct involvement.

This script, previously aired on November 21, 1953, and later adapted for the Gunsmoke television series on September 22, 1956, brings tension and uncertainty, showcasing the struggles of law enforcement in a land where the truth is often hard to pin down.

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Tune in to “Custer” to hear how Marshal Dillon navigates the murky waters of justice and uncovers the truth behind Granby’s death.