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Gunsmoke S15E2 — Stryker
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Gunsmoke•Season 15•Episode 2

Stryker

8.2/10 · 221 votesSep 29, 196945 min

Ranked #5 of 26 in Season 15•+0.5 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byRobert Totten
Written byHerman Groves
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Episode Summary

"Stryker" is episode 2 of Gunsmoke season 15. It scored 8.2/10 from 221 votes, ranking #5 of 26 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Robert Totten and written by Herman Groves, it aired on September 29, 1969.

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