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Gunsmoke· Season 5 · Episode 26

Unwanted Deputy

S05E26·6.5·March 5, 1960·30m·CBS

Determined to avenge his murderous brother's hanging, Vince Walsh begins a self-serving campaign of unofficially helping to keep the peace in Dodge City over Matt's objections. Walsh is certain that his actions and his taunts will eventually goad the Marshal into a gunfight.

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#5In Season 5of 38 rated episodes
#337All-timeof 570 rated episodes
+0.4vs season avgSeason 5 averages 6.1
1960First airedMarch 5, 1960

Guest stars

Edward FaulknerEdward Faulkneras Harry
Dick RichDick Richas Rudd

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