
Original Air Date: March 13, 1960Host: Andrew RhynesShow: GunsmokePhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)• Parley Baer (Chester)• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)• Howard McNear (Doc) Special Guests:• Vic Perrin• Barney Phillips• Sam ...
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Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there's just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers. And that's with a U.S. marshal. And the smell of gun smoke. Gun smoke. Starring William Conrad. The story of the violence that moved west with young America. And the story of a man who moved with it. I'm that man. Matt Dillon, United States Marshal. The first man they look for and the last they want to meet. It's a chancy job and it makes a man watchful and a little lonely.
Chester
Easy, easy. Can't help it. I gotta get you out of sight. The law. I think we lost him. Doubling back there. Let's see now. Joe. There's no use fooling with it, Joe. You just hold still. Oh, that dirty Marshall. I ain't gonna make it. Sure you will. Really? I gotta clean it up some though. No, not just. Let it be now. A little water ain't gonna hurt you. Please, Joe. You hang on now. This ain't no Time to quit. We got a chance. We got away. Not me. Marshall fix me. Don't you worry nothing about that, Marshall. He ain't finding us now. Here. You get him on me, Joe. You're gonna be able to get him for yourself, Red. All you need's a little rest, Joe. You, you, you. You get him, Red. Red, don't die on me now. We got off. He give up chasing us, Red. All right, Red. All right. I'll get him. If I don't do nothing else, I'll get that marshal. I tell you, Kitty, I don't know whether to put salt on that feather or to shoot it. What?
Doc
What are you talking about, Doc?
Chester
That feather in your hat. Every time you turn your head, it nearly puts my eye out.
Matt Dillon
Oh, for heaven's sake.
Doc
If you think this one's bad, look at the one in Jonas's store window here.
Chester
Oh, well, if you're wearing that one, a man would have to get right off about boardwalk.
Doc
Well, with some of them, that wouldn't be such a bad idea.
Chester
You may be right at that present.
Doc
Company accepted, of course.
Chester
Oh, now, never mind the soft soap kit.
Doc
You know, any girl would be proud to be seen walking down Front street with you.
Chester
Oh, sure.
Doc
Hey, look, just riding into town.
Chester
It's Matt.
Doc
Yeah.
Chester
About time you get back. Hello, Matt.
Doc
Howdy, stranger.
Chester
What's been keeping you? Say, Matt.
Doc
Matt.
Chester
Oh, how do you. That's a funny thing, isn't it?
Doc
He didn't even answer.
Chester
That grumpy old goat. He couldn't help hearing us.
Doc
That's not like him, Doc.
Chester
No, Kitty, it isn't. I think I'll walk over and have a talk with him.
Doc
Yeah, Doc, I wish you would. Odar. Yes, K. You let me know if he needs anything, huh?
Chester
Oh, sure, K. I'll do that.
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Chester
Look here, Mr. Dylan, should @ least are to let me take your boots off anyway.
Matt Dillon
Don't bother me, Chester.
Chester
I ain't wanting to bother you none, but you won't rest near as good laying there with your boots on.
Matt Dillon
Well, you just never mind.
Chester
It's just that I'm trying to make you more comfortable.
Matt Dillon
Get out of here and let me go to sleep, will you?
Chester
All right. Too ornery to know how to rest proper then. Just ain't nothing I can do about it. Oh, hello, Doc. Matt back there? He's back there all right, but he ain't worth seeing. What do you mean? Well, he's just plain out of sorts for one thing. Oh, that's nothing new. What else ails him? Well, he ain't acting like he's got good sense. Trying to go to sleep after a four day ride without even taking his boots off. I'll take a look at him. Sure do wish you.
Matt Dillon
I thought I told you. Oh, sure, Doc. Listen, will you come back later, please?
Chester
I'll just be a minute.
Matt Dillon
Just want to get some sleep.
Chester
Open your mouth.
Matt Dillon
What? What do you want?
Chester
Let me see your tongue. All right, now give me your hand.
Matt Dillon
Oh, Doc.
Chester
Give it to me. I want to take your pulse. Justin. What? Get me some water. All right, Doc.
Matt Dillon
Old woman can't let a man get his sleep.
Chester
I'll let you get it in a minute, man. In fact, you're gonna sleep much better. Here you are, Doc. Get your water. Thank you. Jesse. Yeah. Here a minute. Take this.
Matt Dillon
Oh, Doc, I don't want to chase.
Chester
It's just a powder to chase away what's left of the fever you've had. So go ahead, Matt, and take it there.
Matt Dillon
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Chester
That didn't kill you, did it?
Matt Dillon
Now will you get out of here?
Chester
Sure, man, sure. And you'll thank me when you wake up.
Matt Dillon
Will you get out of here?
Chester
I don't know why they'd choose a U.S. marshal who acts so much like a mule. You do. Is. Is Mr. Dolan really sick? I think the worst of it is over. But he probably had a pretty bad touch of fever on the trail. No wonder he's worn out. Well, ain't there something I can do for him? Don't think so, Chester. He needs sleep more than I. Yeah, but Doc, you know I ain't so bad at taking care of sick folks. I know, but I don't think Matt's gonna need any of your expert nursing. Well, it just don't seem right. There ain't nothing I can do and that's right. Chester, you are like an old woman. Well, I'm just trying to help. Well, if you want to help so much. Why don't you pick up his things for him? Look, he surely did spread them around, didn't he? Oh, my God. It looks like a pigsty in here. He just throwed his stuff down as he walked through. Saddlebag, bedroll. That's fine. That's good, Chester. You can fix them all up for him. Doc, just looky there. Look at. Why, just take a look at his gun. The way he just dropped the belt in the corner there. That looks like it's been in the mud. It sure does. Now, that ain't like Mr. John. No, it isn't. But I don't think he's been feeling much like himself for the last two or three days. Sorry. I just don't understand how his gun could get this way. Doc. Look, I don't know, Chester. Maybe. Maybe he fell off his horse with a fever. He would have been giddy. There's no question about that. Well, I'm just obliged to clean it for him. All right. That's good, Chester. Yes. Now, there. There's something you can do at least, Chester, you want to watch out for one thing. What's that? Well, you want to be sure and take the cartridges out of that gun before you clean it. Well, now, I don't think Matt'd take too kindly to the idea of your using his gun to blow your brains out with. Of course I'll take him out. I haven't started to clean it yet, you know. There, you can see for yourself. Oh, well. Well, now, Jerry, I must say that I'm relieved about that. Well, any fool would know that. Well, I'm glad to hear it. Yes. Well, Chester, I'll see you later. Don't buy any wooden bullets. Of course I won't buy no wooden bullets. I swear, a body don't get credit for no sense at all.
Doc
Mister.
Chester
Come in and shut the door, boy. There ain't room for no more flies in here.
Doc
This here's the marshal's office.
Chester
Yes, this here's the marshal's office. You can't see Mr. Dylan, though.
Doc
I came to see Chester. You him?
Chester
I'm Chester. What do you want?
Doc
I'm to fetch you.
Chester
Fetch me where?
Doc
Doc says you're to come.
Matt Dillon
Doc?
Chester
Oh, that can't be so. It ain't been five minutes since he was right here.
Doc
You'd have come right away.
Chester
Are you sure about that? Seems like Doc would have told me. His cell down to the corner.
Doc
Josh Prentice broke his leg.
Chester
Well, I can't do nothing about that.
Doc
Doc wants you to help hold him down whilst he sets it.
Chester
Oh, well, come right along. Yo. Wait. Better look and see if Mr. Dunn needs anything. First dead in the world. All right, boy. No, no, wait a minute. Better put Mr. John's gun back for declared. Keeps the body busy. Just remembering all his chores and duties around here. My Pleasant. Well, come on, boy. We can't keep Doc waiting.
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Chester
Howdy, Sam. It don't look like I've missed much.
Matt Dillon
We don't change a lot, and that's true. Whiskey.
Chester
Same old poison. Hey, thanks.
Matt Dillon
You sitting in on the poker game? Old Dolph would be glad to see you again.
Chester
I reckon he would. No, not tonight, Sam. I figured Dodge is a good place to be shut of tonight.
Matt Dillon
What do you mean?
Chester
I don't want to be around when Joe Lime cuts loose.
Matt Dillon
Joe Lime? Why, he must be a hundred miles from here.
Chester
Not now, he ain't. I seen him.
Matt Dillon
Matt Dillon chased him and his brother out of here after that hold up last week. You must have seen somebody else.
Chester
Oh, Matt Dillon chased him all right. And he killed Red. That's why Joe's back to get Matt.
Matt Dillon
You sure?
Chester
I'm sure. He's down at the livery stable tending to a lame horse. He's telling it right out plain. He's out to get the marshal. So I think I'll ride right on through. Well, if I'm gonna catch a bullet, I don't want it to be one that was meant for somebody else. So long, Sam.
Matt Dillon
So long, Bill.
Doc
Sam.
Matt Dillon
Yeah, Miss Kitty?
Doc
Was that man talking about Joe Lime? Did he say he's back in Dodge?
Matt Dillon
He sure did, Miss Kitty. He said he's down at delivery stable and he's out to get the marshal.
Doc
Somebody ought to tell Matt.
Matt Dillon
You want me to send somebody?
Doc
No, Sam, thanks. I'll go myself. Chester. Chester, we gotta wake Matt. Chester. Ch. Math. Matt, wake up. Come on, Matt, Wake up.
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Doc
Oh, water.
Chester
I need some water.
Doc
Sorry, Matt. I gotta do it. Matt. What now, Matt, you got to get up.
Matt Dillon
What is it, Kitty?
Doc
It's Joe Lime, Matt. He's in Dodge to get you.
Matt Dillon
Huh? Joe Lime?
Doc
Yeah.
Matt Dillon
He can't be. I lost him halfway to the border. I'm not kidding. Where you go, Matt?
Doc
Matt, it's true. You killed his brother. He's.
Matt Dillon
Are you sure?
Doc
Bill Burris saw him just a few minutes ago.
Matt Dillon
Oh, where?
Doc
He was at the livery stable.
Matt Dillon
All right, Kitty. I guess I better go over there.
Doc
Well, wait till I fit you some coffee. You need your eyes wider open than that.
Matt Dillon
Oh, never mind. Just hand me that gun belt.
Chester
Yeah.
Matt Dillon
Thanks, Kitty. I'll see you later.
Doc
Matt, Are you sure you're all right?
Matt Dillon
I better be. All right.
Chester
Well, now, all right, Josh. That's all there is to it. Well, thanks, Doc. I'll get somebody to drive you out home. Well, now, Doc, I'm gonna be able to use the leg all right again. Course, Josh. Sure. Probably be better than ever after I've worked on it. I guess you're right, Doc. All right, now, couple of you boys give Josh a hand over to his wagon. Thanks again, Doc. Is that all you need me for, Doc? Yes, Chester, I guess so. You're a great help. Should be getting on back to office. Sure. Oh, I forgot. Yes. You were in the middle of a mighty important job, weren't you, now? Cleaning that gun. Oh, why finish that, Doc. You sure don't give me credit for having much sense, do you? Telling me to be sure and take the cartridges out. Well, you better get the gun back to where Matt left it. He might catch cold if he got up and started wandering around without wearing it. You don't think I'd go off and leave Mr. Dillon's gun where he couldn't find it, do you? Well, I don't know, Chester. I put it right where he can see it, he said. All right, Chester. All right. Oh, my. What's the matter? I gotta get back there right away. What is it? You. You figured the coffee's gonna boil over? No document. I clean forgot to Put them cartridges back in Mr. Dillon's gun.
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I thought I ought to tell you, Marshall.
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Joe Lime's still in the stable.
Chester
He's there, all right, and talking awful, mean, almost crazy about you killing his brother.
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Yeah, I just don't believe I'd go in there, Marshall, and I gotta get him.
Chester
Well, I just thought I ought to tell you.
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Chester
Yes, sir. I believe I will.
Matt Dillon
Lyman. Joe Lime. Come out of there. I've been waiting for you, Marshal.
Chester
Ain't you gonna shoot back, Marshall?
Matt Dillon
I gotta see him first. It'll be better for you if you come out, Lime.
Chester
You come and get me, lawman. You just come and get me.
Matt Dillon
All right, I'm coming.
Chester
Look out for the loft, marshal. He might have got up into the loft.
Matt Dillon
Yeah.
Chester
You sure look big and brave diving into that stall on me.
Matt Dillon
Come on down, Lime.
Chester
Big and brave like when you shot Red. All right, long man. I'm ready for your move.
Matt Dillon
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Chester
Aren't you even gonna try to get me? You're not worth a single shot. You better make your move, Marshal. I'm gonna wait up here forever. Come on. Move or I'll move you out. Move. Law man.
Matt Dillon
Give up, Lime. Come on down.
Chester
You come get me.
Matt Dillon
I don't have to. I've been counting the shots. Your gun's empty. That's your last chance. Come on down. I'm coming down.
Chester
All right. Let go your gun, law man. I'll stomp you till you do. That's better. I got your gun. I got you, too. Now just stand still. Don't try nothing foolish. I ain't gonna kill you easy, Marshall. I'm gonna kill you slow. A little bit at a time. You got anything to say now, law man?
Matt Dillon
Not to you.
Chester
Maybe you will after this.
Matt Dillon
Why? Don't shoot. It's gotta shoot. It's not gonna shoot. Lime get through?
Chester
Not hardly. I can still break you in bit. Stand ly where you are. You make one move and I'll blow you in two.
Matt Dillon
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Chester
Mr. Dunn, you all right?
Matt Dillon
Yeah, I'm all right. You keep him covered with that shotgun.
Chester
Yes, sir. I got him covered real good. I come down here with the gun as soon as I remembered.
Matt Dillon
Remembered what?
Chester
Then I forgot to put them bullets back in your gun when I cleaned it.
Matt Dillon
You forgot to put the bullets back?
Chester
Yes, sir. Your gun was empty. Lord of mercy. You could have been killed. All thanks to me.
Matt Dillon
Yeah, I could have been killed. I would have been too, Chester, if you had put the bullets back.
Chester
You mean a empty gun saved your life? I just don't rightly understand, Mr. Dillon.
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I'll tell you about it sometime. Sometime when I'm loading my own gun. All right. Lyon jail's that way. I get going.
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In the "Unloaded Gun" episode of Gunsmoke, hosted by Andrew Rines and produced by OTRWesterns.com, viewers are transported back to Dodge City, Kansas, during the tumultuous settlement of the American West. This episode, originally aired on April 19, 2025, continues the legacy of the long-running Western drama by delving into themes of revenge, loyalty, and the moral complexities faced by those who maintain law and order in a burgeoning frontier town.
The episode unfolds with the bustling life of Dodge City, where Marshal Matt Dillon is the primary line of defense against outlaws and threats to the peace. The narrative tension begins to build when Joe Lime, a vengeful man, returns to town determined to take revenge on Matt Dillon for killing his brother during a previous confrontation.
As Joe Lime's presence looms, the episode explores Matt Dillon's resilience and the strains it places on his personal life. Amidst this, Chester notices Matt showing signs of exhaustion and illness after a grueling four-day ride. Concerned for his marshal’s well-being, Chester attempts to help by cleaning Matt's gun and offering assistance, inadvertently leaving the gun unloaded—a pivotal plot point that becomes crucial later in the episode.
Matt’s Struggle and Chester’s Assistance ([06:31] - [09:29]):
Chester’s Realization and Urgency ([12:56] - [16:59]):
The Climactic Showdown ([24:15] - [27:46]):
The episode reaches its peak during the showdown between Matt Dillon and Joe Lime. As Joe attempts to exact his revenge, he confronts Matt only to find his weapon empty. This critical mistake not only neutralizes Joe’s threat but also underscores the theme of unintended consequences, highlighting how small actions can have significant impacts. Matt's ability to remain calm and composed in the face of danger emphasizes his role as a capable and honorable marshal.
Chester on Matt’s State ([09:14]):
"Your gun was empty. Lord of mercy. You could have been killed. All thanks to me."
This moment captures Chester’s realization of his mistake and the potential consequences it could have had on Matt Dillon’s life.
Matt Dillon’s Reflection ([27:32]):
"Yeah, I could have been killed. I would have been too, Chester, if you had put the bullets back."
Matt’s acknowledgment of the thin line between life and death in his profession highlights the constant dangers he faces.
Joe Lime’s Admission ([26:49]):
"I'm gonna kill you slow. A little bit at a time. You got anything to say now, law man?"
Joe’s vengeful determination underscores his role as a relentless antagonist seeking retribution.
Produced and directed in Hollywood by Norman McDonald, "Unloaded Gun" features a stellar cast including William Conrad as Matt Dillon, Marley Bear as Chester, Howard McNear as Doc, and Georgia Ellis as Kitty. The episode was specially written by Marion Clark, with editorial supervision by John Meston, ensuring a gripping and authentic Western narrative.
The storytelling effectively balances action with character development, providing depth to Matt Dillon’s character as a marshal burdened by duty yet supported by a loyal team. The episode concludes with Joe Lime's defeat, reinforcing the theme of justice prevailing despite personal and professional challenges.
"Unloaded Gun" stands as a compelling installment in the Gunsmoke series, showcasing the complexities of maintaining law and order in the American West. Through its well-crafted plot, memorable characters, and impactful dialogues, the episode offers listeners a rich and engaging experience that encapsulates the essence of classic Western drama.