Ep 5. Kangaroo

In season five, episode five of Gunsmoke, titled Kangaroo, the town of Dodge City is buzzing with excitement as a traveling circus comes to town. However, trouble quickly arises when circus performer Joey Adams is accused of robbing a local store. Matt Dillon, the town's marshal, begins an investigation and discovers that Adams is actually a fugitive who has been on the run for years.

As Adams is being held in jail, a group of his fellow circus performers arrive in town, led by a feisty Australian woman named Lila. Lila is convinced of Adams' innocence and intends to prove it by any means necessary. Matt is hesitant to allow outsiders to interfere in his investigation, but he can't deny the chemistry that sparks between him and Lila.

As the investigation continues, Matt and Lila find themselves in increasingly dangerous situations as they try to clear Adams' name. They are aided by a mysterious man named Kangaroo, a traveling salesman who seems to know more about the robbery than he lets on.

Meanwhile, tensions rise in Dodge City as the circus performers clash with the townspeople. Lila's fiery personality butts heads with Matt's sense of justice, and both are forced to confront their own prejudices and preconceptions.

As the truth behind the robbery is slowly unravelled, the stakes get even higher. Matt and Lila must not only find the real culprit, but also navigate the complex web of relationships and secrets within the circus community.

In Kangaroo, Gunsmoke takes on themes of loyalty, justice, and the search for truth in a complex and morally ambiguous world. With its compelling characters and intricate plot, this episode is a standout in the series and a must-watch for fans of classic Westerns.