Bonanza S8E31 — The Wormwood Cup
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Bonanza•Season 8•Episode 31

The Wormwood Cup

7.8/10 · 130 votesApr 23, 196749 min

Ranked #5 of 34 in Season 8•+0.5 vs season avg

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A woman - convinced Little Joe intentionally killed her brother - offers $1,000 to the man who kills the youngest Cartwright in what she deems a ""fair fight."" Joe, meanwhile, must overcome his guilt over killing another man in self defense while trying to avoid

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Episode Summary

"The Wormwood Cup" is episode 31 of Bonanza season 8. It scored 7.8/10 from 130 votes, ranking #5 of 34 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on April 23, 1967.

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