Sonny Starr. William Bramley. ... Jed Woodard. Rest of cast listed alphabetically: John Breen. ... Townsman (uncredited) Duke Fishman. "Gunsmoke" My Father, My Son (TV Episode 1966) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, ...His parents were businessman Rolf Cirkler Aurness and journalist Ruth Duesler. His father's ancestry was Norwegian; his mother's was German. [2] The family name had been Aursnes, but when Rolf's father, Peter Aursnes, emigrated from Norway in 1887, he changed it to Aurness. [3] Arness and his family were Methodists. [4] Jul 19, 2014 · As it turns out, acting and baseball is in his blood. Kurt’s father, Neil Oliver “Bing” Russell, was an actor who began his career in the early 50s. When he was younger, he was the unofficial mascot of the New York Yankees in the 30s and 40s when joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez, and Lou Gehrig were on the team. Goldie Ann Taylor. . . ( m. 1995) . Parent. Dub Taylor (father) Website. www .bucktaylor .com. Buck Taylor (born Walter Clarence Taylor III, [1] [2] May 13, 1938) [3] is an American actor and artist, best known for his role as gunsmith -turned- deputy Newly O'Brian in the CBS television series Gunsmoke. The Squaw: Directed by Gerald Mayer. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A young man is very unwelcoming to the young Indian bride his father brings home.Anthony Caruso. Actor: The Asphalt Jungle. For more than three decades Hollywood defaulted to a small core group of actors when it came to casting convincing mobsters, gamblers and racketeers.Jenny Lee Arness Father. James was an American actor probably most famous for playing the role of Marshal Matt Dillon in the CBS television series Gunsmoke for two decades. In 1943, with the war being fought in Europe and the Pacific, he was initiated into the military.Sep 11, 2020 · 1 of 2. An updated edition of the book “Gunsmoke: An American Institution” is available in the series’ 65th anniversary year. Former “Gunsmoke” actor Buck Taylor continues to make public ... Gunsmoke. Top-rated. Sat, Mar 3, 1962. S7.E22. The Gallows. While returning suspected killer Pruit Dover to Dodge to stand trial, Matt is shot and badly wounded, and yet Dover stays with him and nurses him back to health. 9.2/10. Rate. Top-rated. Jul 27, 2019 · Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more classic radio shows!****Audio Credit: The Old Time Radio Researchers Group is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 "Gunsmoke" Father's Love (TV Episode 1964) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.Brave gunslinger Marshal Matt Dillon (James Arness) presides over Dodge City, a Wild West town often overrun with the lawlessness of the frontier. The series follows Dillon as he plays peacekeeper in a locale afflicted by problems such as rustling, gunfights and brawling. When Dillon isn't fighting for peace and justice, he's trying to win over the usually ambiguous affection of Kitty (Amanda ... One family of a group of Basque sheep farmers is the concerning figures in this plot. Alego has two sons- Manolo played by Robert Urich and Joachim played by Mark Shera. A ritual in the family is that to be considered an adult the son must beat the father in a fight. The older brother refuses to fight because of a death that happened years ago ...Farina (as Wallace Earl) Rest of cast listed alphabetically: Duke Fishman. ... Townsman (uncredited) Chester Hayes. ... Townsman (uncredited) Tex Lambert. Farina (as Wallace Earl) Rest of cast listed alphabetically: Duke Fishman. ... Townsman (uncredited) Chester Hayes. ... Townsman (uncredited) Tex Lambert. Mar 24, 2022 · Gunsmoke was the first to do this on television (well…technically, adult Western The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp premiered four short days before Gunsmoke, and though excellent in its own right, lasted only six seasons). A stable of excellent scripters, later including female scribes such as series’ favorite Kathleen Hite, were able to ... Starring: Tom Waters, Burt Reynolds, Ken Curtis, Dennis Weaver, Roger Ewing, Buck Taylor, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Glenn Strange. Summary: Jason rides up to Jed Woodard's homestead and asks if he can water his. horse. While he's doing that Jed notices a guitar strapped to Jason's horse. He takes it out and starts fooling with it. Farina (as Wallace Earl) Rest of cast listed alphabetically: Duke Fishman. ... Townsman (uncredited) Chester Hayes. ... Townsman (uncredited) Tex Lambert. And although Learned faded from the scene, it wasn’t the last we saw of the father-daughter duo. Played by Amy Stock-Poyton (now Amy Stoch), Beth would turn up in the final three Gunsmoke movies: 1992’s “To the Last Man,” 1993’s “The Long Ride” and 1994’s “One Man’s Justice,” by which time she had married a man named Readon.Kathleen Nolan. William Dennis Weaver [1] (June 4, 1924 – February 24, 2006) was an American actor and former president of the Screen Actors Guild, best known for his work in television and films from the early 1950s until just before his death in 2006. Weaver's two most famous roles were as Marshal Matt Dillon 's trusty partner Chester Goode ...Kathleen Nolan. William Dennis Weaver [1] (June 4, 1924 – February 24, 2006) was an American actor and former president of the Screen Actors Guild, best known for his work in television and films from the early 1950s until just before his death in 2006. Weaver's two most famous roles were as Marshal Matt Dillon 's trusty partner Chester Goode ...The Cole brothers, William and Amos, have lived much of their lives in the shadow of their father's death twelve years earlier. Their father, Frank Cole, was an outlaw with a $15,000 "dead or alive" bounty on his head. My Father's Guitar: Directed by Robert Totten. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. A talented guitarist impresses all who hear him on an instrument that is more precious to him than a man's life. And although Learned faded from the scene, it wasn’t the last we saw of the father-daughter duo. Played by Amy Stock-Poyton (now Amy Stoch), Beth would turn up in the final three Gunsmoke movies: 1992’s “To the Last Man,” 1993’s “The Long Ride” and 1994’s “One Man’s Justice,” by which time she had married a man named Readon.His parents were businessman Rolf Cirkler Aurness and journalist Ruth Duesler. His father's ancestry was Norwegian; his mother's was German. [2] The family name had been Aursnes, but when Rolf's father, Peter Aursnes, emigrated from Norway in 1887, he changed it to Aurness. [3] Arness and his family were Methodists. [4] ... producer (as Norman Macdonnell) Cinematography by Frank V. Phillips ... director of photography Editing by Otto Meyer Casting By Lynn Stalmaster Art Direction by James Dowell Vance ... (as James D. Vance) Production Management Second Unit Director or Assistant Director Wes McAfee ... assistant director Stunts Music Department In the film, Learned returns as Mike, who reveals to Marshal Dillon that he is the father of their daughter, Beth (played by Amy Stock-Poynton) and asks him for help in saving her from a band on Apaches.The Guitar: Directed by Harry Horner. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Aaron Spelling. Weed Pindle is a friendly guitar player in Dodge, but when certain cowboys find out he fought for a particular division of the Union Army, they become set on trying to hang him.One family of a group of Basque sheep farmers is the concerning figures in this plot. Alego has two sons- Manolo played by Robert Urich and Joachim played by Mark Shera. A ritual in the family is that to be considered an adult the son must beat the father in a fight. The older brother refuses to fight because of a death that happened years ago ...The Wiving: Directed by Victor French. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Ken Curtis, Buck Taylor. Three saloon girls are kidnapped in Dodge by three men who want to marry them, and oddly enough, the women do start to fall in love."Gunsmoke" Father's Love (TV Episode 1964) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, ...The Cole brothers, William and Amos, have lived much of their lives in the shadow of their father's death twelve years earlier. Their father, Frank Cole, was an outlaw with a $15,000 "dead or alive" bounty on his head. Sep 30, 2020 · Here are some things you may not have known about the iconic show. 1. There were multiple famous guest stars. Kirk, Spock, Bones, and Scotty from Star Trek all appeared on the show. You also get ... Kitty Russell buys half of Bill Pence's interest in the Long Branch Saloon. Shortly after the transaction is complete, Kitty receives a telegram from her father, who abandoned Kitty and her mother when Kitty was young. The father is coming from New Orleans to visit Kitty in Dodge City. After Wayne Russell arrives, he begins trying to convince ...Sins of the Father: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A white man and his Indian wife, passing through Dodge, become targets of violence after it is learned that the wife's father led deadly raids against white settlers. Yankton must have a notorious reputation, because Howie, the hotel clerk, is quite intimidated by the man. Chester Goode notices Yankton and Kitty behaving in a friendly manner toward one another. When Matt Dillon sees Yankton on the Dodge City street, he introduces himself. Yankton is friendly, but Marshal Dillon is clearly suspicious."Daddy-O" was the 36th episode of Season 2 of Gunsmoke, also the 75th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on June 1, 1957. Kitty's father (John Dehner) arrives in Dodge to try and take her back to New Orleans (Cyril Delevanti appears, and Judson Pratt appears as Long Branch owner Bill Pence ...Episode Info. A boy's intense love for the guitar that used to belong to his father leads to murder. Genres: Drama, Western. Network: CBS. Air Date: Feb 12, 1966. Directed By: Robert Totten.Sins of the Father: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A white man and his Indian wife, passing through Dodge, become targets of violence after it is learned that the wife's father led deadly raids against white settlers.Goldie Ann Taylor. . . ( m. 1995) . Parent. Dub Taylor (father) Website. www .bucktaylor .com. Buck Taylor (born Walter Clarence Taylor III, [1] [2] May 13, 1938) [3] is an American actor and artist, best known for his role as gunsmith -turned- deputy Newly O'Brian in the CBS television series Gunsmoke.Lacey: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A hired man is sweet on his boss's daughter and disliked by his boss. Dec 4, 2022 · Before Ken Curtis played Festus Haggen in 'Gunsmoke,' he was living in a real-life jail working for his sheriff father. Skip to main content. ... Curtis first joined Gunsmoke as Festus in season 8 ... Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor – Drama. 1966 Eagle in a Cage. James Firman Daly (October 23, 1918 – July 3, 1978) was an American theater, film, and television actor, who is perhaps best known for his role as Paul Lochner in the hospital drama series Medical Center, in which he played Chad Everett 's superior. [1] Gunsmoke. Top-rated. Sat, Mar 3, 1962. S7.E22. The Gallows. While returning suspected killer Pruit Dover to Dodge to stand trial, Matt is shot and badly wounded, and yet Dover stays with him and nurses him back to health. 9.2/10. Rate. Top-rated.John Drew Barrymore (born John Blyth Barrymore Jr.; June 4, 1932 – November 29, 2004) was an American film actor and member of the Barrymore family of actors, which included his father, John Barrymore, and his father's siblings, Lionel and Ethel. He was the father of four children, including actor John Blyth Barrymore and actress Drew ..."Daddy-O" was the 36th episode of Season 2 of Gunsmoke, also the 75th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on June 1, 1957. Kitty's father (John Dehner) arrives in Dodge to try and take her back to New Orleans (Cyril Delevanti appears, and Judson Pratt appears as Long Branch owner Bill Pence ...The sons of a Basque sheep herder who's part of a community near Dodge are faced with a manhood ritual. A Basque boy must defeat his father in a fist fight. The older son had beaten a schoolyard rival to death in a fight while a boy in the old country, and wants nothing to do with the ritual. The younger son has no such qualms, and wins the ...Dennis Weaver (1924-2006) Dennis Weaver. Dennis Weaver first became familiar to television audiences as Matt Dillon's assistant Chester Goode in Gunsmoke (1955). After playing the part for nine years, he moved on to star in his own series, Kentucky Jones (1964). However, the show failed to find mass appeal and was cancelled after just one season. The Hunger: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Elen Willard. Matt and Doc come to the rescue of a farm wife and daughter who essentially are kept as prisoners by the farmer and his son. Jun 12, 2022 · He appeared on all of the iconic classics — Rawhide, Gunsmoke, The Big Valley, The Virginian, ... Kurt played the titular character and Bing played his onscreen father, Vernon Presley. Father's Love. Gunsmoke: Season 9. ALL CRITICS TOP CRITICS. Episode Info. A rancher commits murder to gain his nephew's wife, who scorned him years earlier. Show More. Lacey: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A hired man is sweet on his boss's daughter and disliked by his boss. My Father's Guitar. Available on Pluto TV, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, Prime Video, Paramount+. S11 E21: A boy's love for his guitar-all that is left from his late father's estate-leads to murder and a trail of trouble. Western Feb 12, 1966 50 min. TV-PG.Homecoming: Directed by Gunnar Hellström. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. On the run, coming home again proves difficult for two brothers who just want to visit their sick ma.Gunsmoke. Top-rated. Sat, Mar 3, 1962. S7.E22. The Gallows. While returning suspected killer Pruit Dover to Dodge to stand trial, Matt is shot and badly wounded, and yet Dover stays with him and nurses him back to health. 9.2/10. Rate. Top-rated. Vengeance!: Part I: Directed by Richard C. Sarafian. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. Bob Johnson is a super fast gunman looking for revenge against the men who paralyzed his foster father and killed his foster brother, when they were attempting to steal a calf.Sonny Starr. William Bramley. ... Jed Woodard. Rest of cast listed alphabetically: John Breen. ... Townsman (uncredited) Duke Fishman.Gunsmoke. Top-rated. Sat, Mar 3, 1962. S7.E22. The Gallows. While returning suspected killer Pruit Dover to Dodge to stand trial, Matt is shot and badly wounded, and yet Dover stays with him and nurses him back to health. 9.2/10. Rate. Top-rated. While returning suspected killer Pruit Dover to Dodge to stand trial, Matt is shot and badly wounded, and yet Dover stays with him and nurses him back to health. 9.2/10. Rate. Top-rated. Sat, Mar 28, 1964. S9.E26. Caleb. Childless and poor, farmer Caleb feels like a failure, and his wife assures him he is one.Sarah: Directed by Gunnar Hellström. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. Matt runs into an old flame named Sarah that now runs a one-woman saloon for bandits out in the desert.The Dealer: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Johnny Cole kills a crooked card dealer in self defense, and then falls in love with the dealer's beautiful daughter, but she resists his advances and wants to seriously hurt him instead.John Drew Barrymore (born John Blyth Barrymore Jr.; June 4, 1932 – November 29, 2004) was an American film actor and member of the Barrymore family of actors, which included his father, John Barrymore, and his father's siblings, Lionel and Ethel. He was the father of four children, including actor John Blyth Barrymore and actress Drew ...Brave gunslinger Marshal Matt Dillon (James Arness) presides over Dodge City, a Wild West town often overrun with the lawlessness of the frontier. The series follows Dillon as he plays peacekeeper in a locale afflicted by problems such as rustling, gunfights and brawling. When Dillon isn't fighting for peace and justice, he's trying to win over the usually ambiguous affection of Kitty (Amanda ...As it turns out, acting and baseball is in his blood. Kurt’s father, Neil Oliver “Bing” Russell, was an actor who began his career in the early 50s. When he was younger, he was the unofficial mascot of the New York Yankees in the 30s and 40s when joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez, and Lou Gehrig were on the team.I watched Gunsmoke as a child with my father & family. I now am watching Gunsmoke everyday by myself. James Arness was a superb actor & a wonderful kind & loving person. He will always be loved and remembered by myself and many other fans of Marshall Dillon. Thanks for continuing to give me pleasure watching Gunsmoke. Rest in Peace Mr. Arness.French was a frequent visitor on the Gunsmoke set, especially in Season 20 where he directed five episodes and guest starred in two. French's career began in his twenties. His father was a stuntman, and French played several small and uncredited parts when he first started acting. Over time, his popularity grew.Dennis Weaver. Actor: Touch of Evil. Dennis Weaver first became familiar to television audiences as Matt Dillon's assistant Chester Goode in Gunsmoke (1955). After playing the part for nine years, he moved on to star in his own series, Kentucky Jones (1964).Big Dan Daggit requests a room at the Dodge House from Jim Dobie, who is working at the front desk at the hotel. Dobie gives Daggit the room before learning Daggit's wife, Rose, is an Arapaho. Even more, Rose's father was Yellow Horse, an Arapaho warrior that raided areas in and around Dodge City.The Hunger: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Elen Willard. Matt and Doc come to the rescue of a farm wife and daughter who essentially are kept as prisoners by the farmer and his son. The Squaw: Directed by Gerald Mayer. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. A young man is very unwelcoming to the young Indian bride his father brings home. Sep 30, 2020 · Here are some things you may not have known about the iconic show. 1. There were multiple famous guest stars. Kirk, Spock, Bones, and Scotty from Star Trek all appeared on the show. You also get ... Homecoming: Directed by Gunnar Hellström. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. On the run, coming home again proves difficult for two brothers who just want to visit their sick ma.Mar 9, 2023 · Robert Blake, Unpredictable Actor and Hollywood Pariah, Has Died at 89. The star of TV’s Baretta was charged with, and eventually acquitted, of the murder of his wife Bonny Lee Bakley. By Donald ... "Gunsmoke" Sins of the Father (TV Episode 1957) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.Brave gunslinger Marshal Matt Dillon (James Arness) presides over Dodge City, a Wild West town often overrun with the lawlessness of the frontier. The series follows Dillon as he plays peacekeeper in a locale afflicted by problems such as rustling, gunfights and brawling. When Dillon isn't fighting for peace and justice, he's trying to win over the usually ambiguous affection of Kitty (Amanda ... John Drew Barrymore (born John Blyth Barrymore Jr.; June 4, 1932 – November 29, 2004) was an American film actor and member of the Barrymore family of actors, which included his father, John Barrymore, and his father's siblings, Lionel and Ethel. He was the father of four children, including actor John Blyth Barrymore and actress Drew ...I have just finished listening to all of the Gunsmoke playlists, probably over 300 episodes. I work at home and I listen while working. I enjoyed every single one and Robert Conrad, Parley Baer, and Howard McNear were masterful in every episode.Big Dan Daggit requests a room at the Dodge House from Jim Dobie, who is working at the front desk at the hotel. Dobie gives Daggit the room before learning Daggit's wife, Rose, is an Arapaho. Even more, Rose's father was Yellow Horse, an Arapaho warrior that raided areas in and around Dodge City.
Jul 19, 2014 · As it turns out, acting and baseball is in his blood. Kurt’s father, Neil Oliver “Bing” Russell, was an actor who began his career in the early 50s. When he was younger, he was the unofficial mascot of the New York Yankees in the 30s and 40s when joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez, and Lou Gehrig were on the team. . Secret stars olivia
For the friends of Sam Peckinpah’s films! Mace Gore and his two henchmen threaten Matt Dillon. Mace Gore and his two henchmen inside the marshal’s office. Mace Gore and his two henchmen fire to warn his men and to corner Matt Dillon. End credits for CBS composer Morton Stevens. Last edited: Feb 4, 2019. Feb 4, 2019.Jul 2, 2022 · Jenny Lee Arness was an American actress. She was best known for her role in the CBS television series Gunsmoke. Her father, James Arness, was also a well-known actor who played Dillon for five decades, in the weekly CBS television series Gunsmoke and later in Gunsmoke: Return to Dodge (1987). "Daddy-O" was the 36th episode of Season 2 of Gunsmoke, also the 75th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on June 1, 1957. Kitty's father (John Dehner) arrives in Dodge to try and take her back to New Orleans (Cyril Delevanti appears, and Judson Pratt appears as Long Branch owner Bill Pence ...Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor – Drama. 1966 Eagle in a Cage. James Firman Daly (October 23, 1918 – July 3, 1978) was an American theater, film, and television actor, who is perhaps best known for his role as Paul Lochner in the hospital drama series Medical Center, in which he played Chad Everett 's superior. [1] And although Learned faded from the scene, it wasn’t the last we saw of the father-daughter duo. Played by Amy Stock-Poyton (now Amy Stoch), Beth would turn up in the final three Gunsmoke movies: 1992’s “To the Last Man,” 1993’s “The Long Ride” and 1994’s “One Man’s Justice,” by which time she had married a man named Readon.Sep 11, 2020 · 1 of 2. An updated edition of the book “Gunsmoke: An American Institution” is available in the series’ 65th anniversary year. Former “Gunsmoke” actor Buck Taylor continues to make public ... He passed away in 2018 from a heart attack. From the main Gunsmoke cast still alive, Buck Taylor who played ‘Newly’ is still with us. He spent much of his early career taking minor roles in films and television shows. He had an affinity with the Western genre and began taking on roles in Western films and TV shows."Gunsmoke" Father's Love (TV Episode 1964) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, ..."Gunsmoke" Father's Love (TV Episode 1964) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, ..."Gunsmoke" Sins of the Father (TV Episode 1957) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.Jul 19, 2014 · As it turns out, acting and baseball is in his blood. Kurt’s father, Neil Oliver “Bing” Russell, was an actor who began his career in the early 50s. When he was younger, he was the unofficial mascot of the New York Yankees in the 30s and 40s when joe DiMaggio, Lefty Gomez, and Lou Gehrig were on the team. Amanda Blake (born Beverly Louise Neill, February 20, 1929 [citation needed] – August 16, 1989) was an American actress best known for the role of the red-haired saloon proprietress "Miss Kitty Russell" on the western television series Gunsmoke. Along with her fourth husband, Frank Gilbert, she ran one of the first successful programs for ... He passed away in 2018 from a heart attack. From the main Gunsmoke cast still alive, Buck Taylor who played ‘Newly’ is still with us. He spent much of his early career taking minor roles in films and television shows. He had an affinity with the Western genre and began taking on roles in Western films and TV shows.Matt Dillon runs into ex-con, Perce McCall, who saves his life in a shootout. Matt is thankful for his help and tries to intervene when Perce falls for Ida Poe, one of Miss Kitty’s girls, who is actually another man’s girlfriend. Old Yellow Boots. Drifter Frank Cassidy befriends Beulah Parker and announces his intentions of marrying her.In the film, Learned returns as Mike, who reveals to Marshal Dillon that he is the father of their daughter, Beth (played by Amy Stock-Poynton) and asks him for help in saving her from a band on Apaches.Kathleen Nolan. William Dennis Weaver [1] (June 4, 1924 – February 24, 2006) was an American actor and former president of the Screen Actors Guild, best known for his work in television and films from the early 1950s until just before his death in 2006. Weaver's two most famous roles were as Marshal Matt Dillon 's trusty partner Chester Goode ...Harriet: Directed by Gene Fowler Jr.. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. After witnessing the callous murder of her kindly father, Harriet Horne disregards Matt's advice and unwisely attempts to extract revenge from the perpetrators by making them jealous rivals for her attention.1955 -2022. 20 Seasons. CBS. Drama, Action & Adventure. TVG. Watchlist. Where to Watch. Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and ... Before Ken Curtis played Festus Haggen in 'Gunsmoke,' he was living in a real-life jail working for his sheriff father. Skip to main content. ... Curtis first joined Gunsmoke as Festus in season 8 ...Buck Taylor is an American actor, painter, and rancher. He is mainly known for his character, Newly O’Brien, from the 1967 American drama TV series Gunsmoke. In the show, he plays a gunsmith of Dodge City, who later becomes a deputy marshal. Moreover, he received a Trustee Award from the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum for this role.Before Ken Curtis played Festus Haggen in 'Gunsmoke,' he was living in a real-life jail working for his sheriff father. Skip to main content. ... Curtis first joined Gunsmoke as Festus in season 8 ....