Ep 6. The West Goes Ghost

The West Goes Ghost is the sixth episode of the second season of F Troop, an American sitcom released in September, 1966. The series is set in the 1860s, in the fictional Fort Courage located at the western frontier.

In this episode, Fort Courage is haunted by a ghost called "TheGray One." The soldiers believe that the ghost is a former major who died during one of the battles, and his spirit has come back to seek revenge. The ghost is creating chaos in the fort by making strange noises, moving objects, and spooking the soldiers.

Captain Parmenter, Sergeant O'Rourke, and Corporal Agarn try various ways to get rid of the ghost but fail. They consult with the fort's Indian scout, Wrongo Starr, who advises them to perform a tribal dance known as the "Circle of Death" to exorcise the ghost. However, they need a shaman to perform the ritual, and Wrongo refuses to help them. They then decide to fake a ghost sighting to convince Wrongo to help them.

Meanwhile, Wrongo has his own problems as he has been accused of stealing the ghost horses. Wrongo swears he is innocent, but the soldiers do not believe him. He shares his troubles with O'Rourke and Agarn, and they promise to help him clear his name if he helps them with the ghost. Wrongo agrees and performs the Circle of Death with the shaman.

The dance works, and the ghost disappears, but the soldiers soon realize that the "Gray One" was actually Wrongo Starr himself. He had disguised himself as the ghost to create a diversion and scare the soldiers so that he could sneak the stolen horses back to the fort. The soldiers are angry at first, but eventually, they forgive Wrongo for his trickery and celebrate their victory over the ghost and the return of the horses.

The West Goes Ghost is a classic F Troop episode that showcases the series' unique blend of comedy, western themes, and supernatural elements. The episode features some funny gags, such as Captain Parmenter mistaking the ghost for a woman and Sergeant O'Rourke using a chicken to detect the presence of spirits. The episode also highlights the importance of loyalty and friendship, as the soldiers help Wrongo clear his name despite his misdeeds.

Overall, The West Goes Ghost is a fun and entertaining episode that will appeal to fans of classic sitcoms and westerns. The episode is well-written, well-acted, and features some great moments of humor and suspense.