Doc’s Revenge: Old Grudges and Second Chances

Originally Aired: January 8, 1956 In Gunsmoke #196, “Doc’s Revenge,” a ghost from Doc Adams’s past rides into Dodge, stirring up decades-old hatred and a thirst for vengeance. When Doc arms himself with his Civil War pistol and threatens to kill Clem Maddow—a man tied to tragedy and heartbreak—Marshal Dillon is forced to confront his friend and keep a murder from staining Dodge’s streets. But when Maddow is shot in the back and suspicion falls on Doc, Matt must untangle the truth before justice turns into revenge. A story of old wounds, regret, and the healing power of mercy. Cast: William Conrad, Georgia Ellis, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Vic Perrin, John Dehner Tags: western, drama, revenge, Gunsmoke, WilliamConrad, MattDillon, DocAdams, oldgrudge, murdermystery, justice, forgiveness, friendship, pastsecrets, classicradio, oldtimeradio, 1950sradio, redemption, vintagepodcast