
Marshal Matt Dillon (then-newcomer James Arness) tries to prevent lawlessness from overtaking Dodge City, Kan. Helping to keep him grounded are saloon proprietor Miss Kitty Russell and Doc Adams. The television series grew out of the long-running radio serial of the same name, although for a short time they were both on the airwaves.

A feral child living in the woods helps Kitty after a stagecoach accident.

A young cowhand saves Matt from an ambush, and it isn't long before Matt has an opportunity to return the favor.

The kindness of an elderly junk dealer (Jeanette Nolan) reforms a young outlaw (Dack Rambo).

The kindness of an elderly junk-dealer (Jeanette Nolan) reforms a young outlaw (Dack Rambo).