The Rifleman
One Went to Denver
Season 1, Episode 25 · Aired 1959-03-17
Synopsis
Lucas welcomes an old friend who turns up at his ranch for an unexpected visit. Knowing that his friend Tom Birch has a reputation for lawlessness, Lucas is at first concerned but then is reassured by Tom's statement that he is just passing through North Fork on his way to Denver. Later, however, Lucas finds himself involved in a plot to rob the North Fork Bank and must choose between backing up the Marshal and helping the friend who once saved his life.
In the series
This episode is part of The Rifleman (1958–1963) on ABC.
A widowed dad, a boy, and a rapid-fire Winchester — fatherhood with a lever action.
Key cast
- Chuck Connors as Lucas McCain
- Johnny Crawford as Mark McCain
- Paul Fix as Marshal Micah Torrance