
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 former lawman saves Matt's life then agrees to take his place while the marshal's wounds heal.

An elderly trailblazer sets out to track down the slayer of a woman who had befriended him.

A prejudiced jury sits in judgment of a stern, quiet mountain man accused of committing three wanton murders.

Matt tries to catch a cold-eyed gunslinger who has killed a sheriff and a priest.