Highlander Season 1 Episode 7 Mountain Men
- TV-14
- November 14, 1992
- 46 min
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7.3 (277)
In Highlander season 1 episode 7, "Mountain Men," Duncan MacLeod finds himself in the small town of Grayson, Colorado. He's passing through when he witnesses the local sheriff and his henchmen brutally beating a young man. Duncan intervenes, using his skills with a sword to fend off the attackers.
The young man's name is Jimmy, and he tells Duncan that the sheriff and his men are part of a group of mountain men who have been terrorizing the town and extorting money from the local businesses. Jimmy works for one of those businesses, and he's been tasked with delivering the weekly protection payment to the mountain men.
Duncan decides to stay in town and help Jimmy and the other business owners fight back against the mountain men. He starts by confronting the sheriff, who reveals that he and his men are immortal like Duncan. They've been living in the mountains for centuries, and they've grown resentful of the modern world encroaching on their territory. The mountain men see themselves as protectors of the land, and they've been taking what they believe is their rightful share of the town's wealth.
Duncan tries to reason with the sheriff, but he quickly finds that the man is beyond redemption. Meanwhile, the mountain men step up their attacks, burning down businesses and even killing a townsperson.
Duncan and Jimmy hatch a plan to take out the mountain men one by one. They start with the sheriff's henchmen, taking them on in a brutal sword fight. Eventually, they make their way to the mountain men's hideout and engage in a final showdown with the sheriff and his top lieutenant.
The fight is intense and bloody, but in the end, Duncan and Jimmy emerge victorious. The town is safe once again, and the business owners can go back to running their shops without fear of intimidation.
"Mountain Men" is a classic episode of Highlander, showcasing Duncan's bravery and skill in battle. It also delves deeper into the mythology of the immortals, introducing a group of characters who have been alive for centuries and have their own unique perspective on the world. Overall, it's a must-see for any fan of the series.