
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 bizarre attempted robbery by two bumbling hill-country brothers turns into a comedy of errors.
After Matt is forced to kill a crooked gambler, his vengeful father sets out to kill Matt.
Matt and another marshal are ordered to restore peace and order in a lawless town.
A small, ornery Irishman (John McLiam) named O'Quillian spreads dissension in Dodge City.