About this episode

In this episode of Gunsmoke, host Andrew Rhynes presents a classic Western radio drama featuring a cast of notable actors.

Original Air Date: April 18, 1953Host: Andrew RhynesShow: GunsmokePhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)• Parley Baer (Chester)• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)• Howard McNear (Doc) Special Guests:• John Dehner• Harry Bartell• Lawrence Dobkin• Lou Krugman Writer:• John Meston Producer:• Norman Macdonnell Music:• Rex Koury Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron...

People in this episode

Host: Andrew Rhynes

Guests: John Dehner, Harry Bartell, Lawrence Dobkin, Lou Krugman

Topics covered

• Western
• Radio Drama
• Classic
• Entertainment
• Storytelling

Keywords

• Gunsmoke
• Western
• radio drama
• April 18 1953
• William Conrad

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gunsmoke, Roundup on the Prairie

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