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Gunsmoke S15E11 — Ring of Darkness
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Gunsmoke•Season 15•Episode 11

Ring of Darkness

7.7/10 · 189 votesDec 1, 196945 min

Ranked #13 of 26 in Season 15•matches the season avg

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In an attempt to help his blind daughter, farmer Ben Hurley steals horses for an outlaw gang. Deputy Newly O'Brien arrives at his farm investigating, followed by the outlaws.

Directed byBernard McEveety
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Episode Summary

"Ring of Darkness" is episode 11 of Gunsmoke season 15. It scored 7.7/10 from 189 votes, ranking #13 of 26 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Bernard McEveety, it aired on December 1, 1969.

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