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Gunsmoke S14E22 — The Night Riders
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Gunsmoke•Season 14•Episode 22

The Night Riders

7.8/10 · 190 votesFeb 24, 196945 min

Ranked #14 of 26 in Season 14•matches the season avg

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Kansas raider Judge Proctor and his men ride into Dodge looking for a man they blame for stealing their land during the war. With Matt out of town, Festus has to try to keep peace and keep the renegades from burning the town.

Directed byIrving J. Moore
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James Arness

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Marshal Matt Dillon

Amanda Blake

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Ken Curtis

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Milburn Stone

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Episode Summary

"The Night Riders" is episode 22 of Gunsmoke season 14. It scored 7.8/10 from 190 votes, ranking #14 of 26 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Irving J. Moore, it aired on February 24, 1969.

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