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Gunsmoke· Season 17 · Episode 14

Gold Train: The Bullet (3)

S17E14·7.5·December 13, 1971·1h·CBS

Matt, a bullet lodged near his spine, must have surgery immediately. Doc is convinced he's not up to the task. However, a priest, whose own faith has been wavering, tells Doc that he must operate; if Matt should not survive the operation, it will be God's will. The priest rediscovers his own faith because of the ordeal. Meanwhile, Festus and Newly abandon the wagon with gold while freeing the horses. Sinclair's gang will have to haul the wagon themselves. Festus and Newly gamble the train can be restarted before they arrive. Doc must complete the intricate operation before the train starts up. Sinclair gets to the train ahead of the gang and finally discovers that Matt is aboard.

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#6In Season 17of 24 rated episodes
#90All-timeof 570 rated episodes
+0.2vs season avgSeason 17 averages 7.3
1971First airedDecember 13, 1971

Guest stars

Eric BraedenEric Braedenas Jack Sinclair
Katherine JusticeKatherine Justiceas Beth Tilton
Sian Barbara AllenSian Barbara Allenas Allie Dawson
Robert SorrellsRobert Sorrellsas Concho
Harry Carey, Jr.Harry Carey, Jr.as Kelliher
Robert HoganRobert Hoganas Capt. Darnell
Harry HarveyHarry Harveyas DrummerAlejandro ReyAlejandro Reyas Father SanchezMills WatsonMills Watsonas Pony
Jonathan GoldsmithJonathan Goldsmithas Roper

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