Ep 9. Stampede

In the ninth episode of season one of Maverick, titled "Stampede," Bret Maverick finds himself in the midst of a dangerous situation when he gets caught up in a cattle stampede.

The episode begins with Bret and his new acquaintance, Bosley Cranston, riding into a town in search of a good poker game. They soon learn that the town is in the midst of a cattle drive, with ranchers bringing their herds to market. Bosley hopes to make some money by selling his special brand of tobacco to the cowboys, while Bret has his sights set on winning big at poker.

However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when a group of bandits attack the cattle drive. Bret and Bosley find themselves caught in the middle of a stampede and must fight to stay alive. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a tough-as-nails ranch owner, a crooked gambler, and a beautiful saloon girl with a hidden agenda.

As the chaos of the stampede subsides, Bret begins to put the pieces together and realizes that there is more at play than a simple cattle theft. He works to uncover the truth and bring the guilty parties to justice, all while navigating the treacherous landscape of the Wild West.

With plenty of action, intrigue, and humor, "Stampede" is a classic episode of Maverick that showcases Bret's quick thinking and resourcefulness in the face of danger. Fans of Westerns and adventure stories alike are sure to enjoy this thrilling episode.