Episode
Gunsmoke: Stryker
Overview
Former Dodge Marshal Josh Stryker arrives in town just being released from prison for killing a outlaw in cold blood. He holds Matt responsible for the loss of his arm and the years he spent in prison.
Details
- Series
- Gunsmoke
- Season
- Season 15
- Episode
- Episode 2
- Air date
- 1969-09-29
- Runtime
- 45 min
Episode context
Stryker is Episode 2 in Season 15 of Gunsmoke. It aired on 1969-09-29. The runtime is 45 min.
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