Ep 6. Tail to the Wind

Matt Dillon, the tough and stoic Marshal of Dodge City, Kansas, is back in action in the classic western series, Gunsmoke. In season 5, episode 6, titled Tail to the Wind, Matt finds himself embroiled in another dangerous situation when a young man arrives in town looking for revenge.

The episode opens with an intense scene of a young man named Jed Colby (played by Michael Landon) riding into Dodge City on a horse that's clearly on its last legs. Jed is a wanted criminal who has been on the run for months, and he's finally made it to his destination: Dodge City, where his father was unjustly hanged years ago. Jed is determined to seek revenge on the men responsible for his father's death, even if it means risking his own life.

Meanwhile, Matt Dillon (played by James Arness) is busy with his regular duties as Marshal, when he hears about Jed's arrival in town. He knows that Jed is trouble and tries to convince him to leave peacefully, but Jed is adamant that he's going to avenge his father's death, no matter what the cost.

As Matt tries to keep the peace in Dodge City, he's also dealing with a group of outlaws who are causing trouble and stealing horses from nearby ranches. Matt and his deputies have been trying to catch the outlaws for weeks, but so far, they've had no luck. To make matters worse, one of the victims of the horse thieves is a young woman named Sharon (played by Joan Freeman) who has caught the eye of Matt's deputy, Chester (played by Dennis Weaver). Chester is determined to find the men responsible for stealing Sharon's horses and bring them to justice.

As the episode progresses, Matt finds himself caught in the middle of two dangerous situations: Jed's quest for revenge, and the hunt for the horse thieves. When Jed confronts one of the men responsible for his father's death, a violent shootout breaks out in the streets of Dodge City. Matt and Chester race to the scene to try to save as many innocent bystanders as possible, and bring an end to the violence.

At the same time, Matt and his deputies get a break in the case of the horse thieves. They finally capture one of the outlaws and are able to track down the other members of the gang. A dramatic chase ensues, with Matt and his deputies pursuing the horse thieves through the rugged terrain outside of town.

In the end, both situations come to a head, as Matt and his team face off against the horse thieves and Jed finally gets his chance at revenge. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as the action unfolds, with plenty of gunfights and horseback chases to keep the adrenaline pumping.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the classic western setting of Dodge City, with its dusty streets, saloons, and rugged landscapes. The show's iconic characters, including Matt Dillon, Chester, and Miss Kitty (played by Amanda Blake), all make appearances and add to the overall atmosphere of the show.

Overall, Gunsmoke season 5 episode 6, Tail to the Wind, is a thrilling and action-packed addition to the long-running western series. With its classic characters, intense storylines, and stunning visuals, it's a must-watch for any fan of the genre.