Ep 11. Abe Blocker

In the Gunsmoke season 8 episode 11 titled "Abe Blocker," Marshal Matt Dillon and Deputy Festus Haggen must face a difficult decision when a former lawman, Abe Blocker, arrives in Dodge City seeking revenge against a man who he believes wronged him many years ago.

Blocker believes that a man named Jake Morrison, who is now living in Dodge City, was responsible for him losing his job as a lawman and being forced to leave his hometown. He is determined to make Morrison pay for what he believes is a grave injustice.

Matt and Festus are torn between their obligation to uphold the law and protect the citizens of Dodge City, and their sympathy for Blocker and his desire for revenge. As they investigate the situation, they find that there may be more to the story than Blocker is letting on.

Meanwhile, Morrison is aware of Blocker's intentions and is determined to defend himself against any potential attack. He hires a group of gunmen to protect him, but their presence only further inflames the situation.

As tensions rise and the situation becomes increasingly dangerous, Matt and Festus must use all of their skills and experience to prevent a violent confrontation that could result in the loss of innocent lives.

Will Matt and Festus be able to resolve the situation peacefully, or will they be forced to take drastic measures to protect the citizens of Dodge City? Find out in this gripping episode of Gunsmoke.