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Season 3 – How the West Was Won

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"How the West Was Won" is the story of rugged mountain man Zeb Macahan (played by a post-"Gunsmoke" James Arness), who is forced to care for his brother's four children after the outbreak of the Civil War interrupts the family's planned trek west. The children's widowed Aunt Molly travels from Boston to help Zeb care for his brood, which consists of eldest son Luke, a fugitive from justice after killing a man in self defense; sisters Laura and Jessie, and youngest son Josh. Location filming in Arizona, Colorado, Utah and Southern California give the production a distinctive look.

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Gary J 02/02/2025 If westerns are your thing , you will enjoy this series. Quality acting ( James Arness , of course! ) , and well written stories , for the most part. Lots of variety in the plot lines , from episode to episode. A definite must see for any Gunsmoke fan ! See more Read all reviews
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James Arness

Zebulon Macahan

Fionnula Flanagan

Molly Culhane

Bruce Boxleitner

Luke Macahan

Kathryn Holcomb

Laura Macahan

William Kirby Cullen

Josh Macahan

Vicki Schreck

Jessie Macahan

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 15, 1979 The Gunfighter A cruel rancher hires a gunman to force a pioneer family off its land. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 22, 1979 The Rustler Jessie becomes infatuated with a man who later rustles Zeb's horses; Jessie breaks Bob out of jail. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 5, 1979 The Enemy Zeb helps a stuffy West Pointer track down an Indian chief accused of attacking wagon trains. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 12, 1979 The Innocent Josh tries to help a woman whose ferry crossing is being sabotaged by a competitor. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 26, 1979 Hillary Accused of killing a judge, Luke tries to clear his name; Luke rekindles his romance with Hillary. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 5, 1979 L'Affaire Riel The government wants Zeb to help return a group of Metis to Canada. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 12, 1979 The Scavengers Aunt Molly, Laura and Zeb are on a boat, it's attacked by pirates. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 19, 1979 The Forgotten Luke captures a Confederate soldier who doesn't know the Civil War is over. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 2, 1979 Luke Luke tries to clear his name of a murder charge by cooperating with federal agents. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 16, 1979 China Girl The Macahans help an unfortunate Chinese family with a pregnant daughter. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 23, 1979 The Slavers Zeb goes to Mexico to find a missing girl and discovers a white slavery ring. Details
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Season Info

Director
Joseph Pevney, Vincent McEveety, Gunnar Hellström, Barry Crane
Executive Producer
John Mantley
Screenwriter
Ron Bishop, Calvin Clements Sr., Dick Nelson, John Mantley, Steve Hayes
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-G
Genre
Western, History, Adventure, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 15, 1979