Gunsmoke Season 6 Episode 38
Gunsmoke
Season 6

Ep 38. Colorado Sheriff

  • June 17, 1961
  • 7.9  (119)

In the Gunsmoke season 6 episode 38 titled "Colorado Sheriff," we find Marshal Matt Dillon and his trusted deputy Chester Goode facing yet another set of challenges in their efforts to maintain law and order in Dodge City. Set against the backdrop of the wild west, this episode takes viewers on a thrilling journey as Matt and Chester deal with a new threat that has arrived in town.

The episode begins with a sense of unease hanging heavy in the air. Reports have reached Dodge City of a notorious outlaw gang known as the Colorado Raiders wreaking havoc across the neighboring state. These outlaws, led by the cunning and dangerous Calvin Storm, have been staging daring robberies and leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.

Matt and Chester, always ready to protect the innocent, decide to take preemptive action and prepare the town for a possible visit from the Colorado Raiders. Their first order of business is to provide additional security to the bank, anticipating that it might be the outlaws' primary target. With tensions rising, the townsfolk anxiously wait for the inevitable clash between lawmen and criminals.

Meanwhile, as the sun sinks below the horizon, a dust-covered stranger rides into town. He introduces himself as Sheriff Will Masters, a lawman from Colorado who has been tracking the Colorado Raiders for months. Sheriff Masters is a man of few words but radiates an aura of experience and confidence. Realizing the situation at hand, he offers his assistance to Marshal Dillon and his team.

As Matt, Chester, and Sheriff Masters discuss their strategies, they uncover intriguing information about the Colorado Raiders' modus operandi. It becomes clear that Calvin Storm's gang is meticulous in their planning and execution of robberies, often studying the towns they target for days in advance. They strike with precision, leaving no room for error, and vanish into the wilderness without a trace.

Armed with this knowledge, the lawmen decide to set a cunning trap for the outlaws. They plan to stage a decoy bank robbery, hoping to lure the Colorado Raiders into a situation where they can be captured. While it is a risky move, Matt believes it might be their best chance to apprehend the notorious gang and bring them to justice.

As the plan unfolds, tensions rise even higher. The townspeople are on edge, with some even questioning the wisdom of the lawmen's decision. However, Matt, Chester, and Sheriff Masters remain resolute in their pursuit of justice and are prepared to face whatever challenges lie ahead.

The stage is set for an adrenaline-packed showdown between lawmen and outlaws as the decoy bank robbery is put into motion. The lawmen carefully orchestrate the events, trying their best to convince the Colorado Raiders that they have successfully infiltrated Dodge City. As the intensity builds, viewers are left at the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the outcome.

Will Matt, Chester, and Sheriff Masters successfully outsmart Calvin Storm and his gang? And what unexpected twists and turns will this enthralling standoff reveal? Viewers will have to tune in to the Gunsmoke season 6 episode 38, "Colorado Sheriff," to find out.

With its compelling narrative, rich character development, and thrilling action sequences, "Colorado Sheriff" promises to be a memorable episode of Gunsmoke. The show's ongoing exploration of justice, morality, and the inherent conflicts of the wild west continue to captivate audiences, making it a timeless classic in the annals of television history.

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Description
  • First Aired
    June 17, 1961
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (119)