Ep 29. Stolen Horses

Marshal Matt Dillon and his deputy, Festus Haggen, investigate the theft of three horses from an army outpost. The horses belong to Captain Finley, who is taking them to Fort Dodge to trade for much-needed ammunition.

As Matt and Festus start their investigation, they learn that the horses were taken by a group of outlaws, led by a man named Nat Pilcher. Pilcher is known for his horse thievery and has a reputation for being extremely dangerous.

The trail leads Matt and Festus to a nearby town, where they discover that Pilcher and his gang are planning to sell the stolen horses to a local rancher, Jed Moultrie. In exchange, Moultrie is offering Pilcher a share of his profits from a cattle drive.

Matt and Festus set up a plan to capture Pilcher and his gang as they attempt to deliver the horses to Moultrie. However, things don't go quite as planned when Pilcher learns about Matt's plan and sets a trap for him.

In the end, Matt and Festus are able to outsmart Pilcher and his gang, recovering the stolen horses and delivering them to Captain Finley at Fort Dodge. Pilcher is arrested and brought to justice, but his capture comes at a high cost, leaving Matt and Festus to contemplate the nature of justice and the price of doing what is right.

Stolen Horses is a thrilling episode of Gunsmoke, full of action and suspense. It showcases the bravery and cunning of Marshal Matt Dillon and his loyal deputy, Festus Haggen, as they work together to bring justice to the Wild West. The episode also raises important questions about the nature of justice and the toll that law enforcement can take on those who serve it.