Though Quint looked back unflinchingly, Matt saw a tightening around his eyes and the rigid set of his shoulders. He was as uncertain as Matt of their chances of coming out alive. Down at the other end of the line, Carl Dean Halsted sat fearfully watching as the massive line of men came into view and began to make their way closer.Aug 18, 2022 · (Everett Collection) Says Reynolds, who was on Gunsmoke for seasons eight through 10, “Every actor in town loved doing the show, because it was a family and — now that I think back about it — I don’t think anybody in town, before or since, ever had the generosity of spirit that they had on that show in terms of being an ensemble group, where it was Kitty’s [Amanda Blake] turn or Doc ... Before he passed away in 2018 at the age of 82, Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds looked back on his life and fondly recalled his three years working on the television Western series “Gunsmoke” as his “happiest years.” From 1962-1965, Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as the blacksmith Quint Asper.Comanches Is Soft: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Burt Reynolds, Ken Curtis, Don Megowan. After some horsing around, Festus breaks some of Quint's equipment. Oct 19, 2019 · Published Oct 19, 2019. Burt Reynolds' appeared as deputy Quint Asper on classic series Gunsmoke from 1962 to 1965, which already proved his movie star credentials. Burt Reynolds only spent a few years on classic western series Gunsmoke, but even then it was clear he would become a movie star. Like fellow screen icon Clint Eastwood, Reynolds ... Festus wants to make the trip but Quint tells him an incorrect time that he will be leaving. But that makes no difference as Festus hides under the wagon and unknown to Quint is on the trail with him. So Quint and Festus are now on a road trip. They pull into one town to spend the night when Festus challenges Quint to a drinking contest. Sharon Farrell was born on 24 December 1940 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. She was an actress, known for Can't Buy Me Love (1987), Night of the Comet (1984) and It's Alive (1974). She was previously married to Dale Trevillion, Steve Salkin, John Boyer, Ron De Blasio and Andrew Prine. She died on 15 May 2023 in Orange County, California, USA.Gunsmoke on Pluto TV | Ash | 1hr | Kindly Ben Galt turns into a murderous troublemaker after he suffers a blow on the head. (TV-PG)Gunsmoke (TV Series 1955–1975) - Burt Reynolds as Quint - IMDbA compilation of James Arness clips, culled from various sources. Enjoy! ~ Please check out my other James Arness and Gunsmoke videos :)Visit: https://jam...Hackett: Directed by Vincent McEveety. With Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis, Buck Taylor. Will Hackett has just been released from prison after serving ten years for a foiled train robbery. In 1962, Dennis Weaver decided to leave Gunsmoke, one of the top tv shows in the country. The producers developed a new character for the show, a half-Comanche blacksmith named Quint Asper....Quint Asper and a beautiful young woman named Susan Degler have fallen madly in love. Susan's father, Cyrus Degler, a former man from "the hill country" (like Festus Haggen) owns a ranch near Dodge City. 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 ... Actor Dennis Weaver (who played TV Chester) decided to exit the series after nine seasons to pursue other opportunities. His last episode, titled "Bently," saw Chester leave Dodge City, Kan. to find a murderer following a suspicious deathbed confession. "I’d done the show for nine years, and I just felt that if I didn’t get away from the ..."Quint Asper Comes Home" was the third episode of Season 8 of Gunsmoke, also the 270th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, which was written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on September 29, 1962. A half-Indian named Quint Asper (Burt Reynolds) vows revenge on all white men when a pair of drifters kill his father and threaten his mother ... Matt suggests Praylie leaves town. Quint and Susan are going to elope, to Kansas City. Praylie tries to shoot Quint but can't get a clear shot. There's a keg of gun powder with a fuse into the hearth at Quint's shop. Festus smells the fuse. They see the keg and run. Quint and Festus come into the Long Branch. Praylie pulls a gun. Matt gets the ... The Renegades: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Quint says that white renegades, not Indians, are the cause of recent raids around Dodge.Festus finally became deputy marshal because Dillon’s deputy of nine seasons, Chester, left the show. Dennis Weaver, who played Chester, started his program and had to leave Gunsmoke. The switch happened in season nine, in the episode “The Prairie Wolfer.”. The production made sure that all three characters (Dillon, Chester, and Festus ...James Arness (Marshall Matt Dillon) James Arness / Everett Collection. Hold it, it’s time to talk about The Marshall of Dodge City, Matt Dillon, Justice incarnate. He certainly evolved throughout Gunsmoke. Initially Arness based The Marshall off his radio counterpart, but since Gunsmoke was America’s longest-running action show until Law ...Quint Asper Comes Home Episode aired Sep 29, 1962 TV-PG 1h IMDb RATING 8.4 /10 223 YOUR RATING Rate Western A half-Comanche has joined his mother's tribe in killing whites to avenge the murder of his father, but Matt sees the good in the man and the chance to re-integrate him, perhaps, into white society. Director Andrew V. McLaglen WritersBefore he passed away in 2018 at the age of 82, Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds looked back on his life and fondly recalled his three years working on the television Western series “Gunsmoke” as his “happiest years.” From 1962-1965, Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as the blacksmith Quint Asper.May 3, 2021 · There was one actor who had a smaller role in Gunsmoke appearing as ‘Quint’ in 50 episodes from 1962 to 1965. But this actor would eventually become larger than life and considered as an icon of American entertainment. That actor, was none other than Burt Reynolds. Gunsmoke (TV Series) Quint-Cident (1963) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) complete, awaiting verification Produced by Norman MacDonnell ... producer (as Norman Macdonnell) Cinematography by Frank V. Phillips ..."Quint-Cident" was the 33rd episode of Season 8 of Gunsmoke, also the 300th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, which was written by Kathleen Hite, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on April 27, 1963. Contents 1 Synopsis 2 Storyline 3 Did You Know? 3.1 Trivia 3.2 Goofs 3.3 SoundtracksQuint-Cident: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Burt Reynolds. A woman newly widowed is powerfully attracted to Quint, but when he gently turns her down, she vows to make him pay for scorning a white woman. A compilation of James Arness clips, culled from various sources. Enjoy! ~ Please check out my other James Arness and Gunsmoke videos :)Visit: https://jam..."Quint Asper Comes Home" was the third episode of Season 8 of Gunsmoke, also the 270th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, which was written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on September 29, 1962. A half-Indian named Quint Asper (Burt Reynolds) vows revenge on all white men when a pair of drifters kill his father and threaten his mother ...May 3, 2021 · There was one actor who had a smaller role in Gunsmoke appearing as ‘Quint’ in 50 episodes from 1962 to 1965. But this actor would eventually become larger than life and considered as an icon of American entertainment. That actor, was none other than Burt Reynolds. See full list on gunsmoke.fandom.com Gunsmoke on Pluto TV | Ash | 1hr | Kindly Ben Galt turns into a murderous troublemaker after he suffers a blow on the head. (TV-PG)Another notable attribute of this episode is its distinction as the only Gunsmoke episode that features all three of the characters Chester Goode, Quint Asper, and Festus Haggen. Dennis Weaver would soon leave the cast, although Weaver and Ken Curtis would both appear as Chester and Festus in one more episode later in Season 9. Crooked Mile: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Burt Reynolds. Mr. Degler is determined to break up the romance between his adult daughter and half Indian Quint, so he sends for his cousin Praylie to help out, but Praylie has murder in mind instead.Sat, Oct 24, 1964 60 mins. Doc is the victim of a smear campaign started by the wife of a rival. Doc: Milburn Stone. Jennifer: Phyllis Love. Dr. May: James Broderick. Matt: James Arness. Festus ...Gunsmoke Reynolds as Quint Asper in Gunsmoke, 1962. In 1962, Dennis Weaver wanted to leave the cast of Gunsmoke, one of the top rated shows in the country. The producers developed a new character, "halfbreed" blacksmith Quint Asper: Reynolds was cast, beating over 300 other contenders. Reynolds announced he would stay on the show "until it ends.Quint-Cident. Gunsmoke: Season 8. ALL CRITICS TOP CRITICS. Episode Info. A lonely and recently widowed woman mistakes Quint's kindness for romance. Show More. Genres: Drama, Western. Starring: Dennis Weaver, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Summary: Matt's bringing Ben Crown in for murder. They meet Quint who's been hunting. They ride up to Willa Devlin's whose buried four family members. Her dead husband Luther is on the porch. She faints, Quint carries her in. Willa takes a shine to Quint."Quint's Trail" was the seventh episode of Season 9 of Gunsmoke, also the 312th overall episode of the series. Directed by Harry Harris, the episode, which was written by Kathleen Hite, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on November 9, 1963. Contents 1 Synopsis 2 Storyline 3 Did You Know? 3.1 Trivia 3.2 Scene excerpts 3.3 SoundtracksNov 6, 2022 · Gunsmoke managed to keep Reynolds on the cast until the end of season 10. Quint became a good friend to Matt, but the character vanishes without as much of a goodbye. Asper : But don't forget you're half white. Don't never forget that. Quint : I ain't forgettin', Pa. Quint : [Explaining to the Comanche chief why he wants to join the tribe] My mother's Comanche. White men murdered my Pa. The two I killed were just a start. I want to go on killing white men.Likewise, Burt Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as Quint Asper. He appeared on the hit western for three seasons. The episode occurred during the middle of his run. Reynolds decided to leave the show a year later to pursue a career in movies. Chester and Festus appeared in other episodes together. Likewise, Quint appeared in episodes with ...36 one-hour black-and-white episodes Producer: Norman Macdonnell; associate producer: Frank Paris Regular cast: James Arness (Matt Dillon), Dennis Weaver (Chester), Milburn Stone (Doc), Amanda Blake (Kitty), Ken Curtis (Festus), Burt Reynolds (Quint Asper) [47] Guest cast: In credits order. No. overall.This episode I do not remember watching growing up in the 50s and 60s. Gunsmoke was a regular show watched at the house. This episode explains how Quint enters the Gunsmoke episodes. I hope to see again as many of the cast are remembered from other Gunsmoke episodes as well as other Western TV shows and movies. Asper : But don't forget you're half white. Don't never forget that. Quint : I ain't forgettin', Pa. Quint : [Explaining to the Comanche chief why he wants to join the tribe] My mother's Comanche. White men murdered my Pa. The two I killed were just a start. I want to go on killing white men.Quint's Indian. Gunsmoke: Season 8. ALL CRITICS TOP CRITICS. Episode Info. Two desperados frame Quint for stealing a horse and he faces dire consequences in town. Show More.Likewise, Burt Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as Quint Asper. He appeared on the hit western for three seasons. The episode occurred during the middle of his run. Reynolds decided to leave the show a year later to pursue a career in movies. Chester and Festus appeared in other episodes together. Likewise, Quint appeared in episodes with ...This episode I do not remember watching growing up in the 50s and 60s. Gunsmoke was a regular show watched at the house. This episode explains how Quint enters the Gunsmoke episodes. I hope to see again as many of the cast are remembered from other Gunsmoke episodes as well as other Western TV shows and movies.Based on the Gunsmoke radio series created by Norman MacDonnell & John Meston Andrew V. McLaglen - Directed by John Meston - Written by James Arness as Matt Dillon Dennis Weaver as Chester Goode Milburn Stone as Galen "Doc" Adams Amanda Blake as Miss Kitty Russell Burt Reynolds as Quint Asper Angela Clarke as Topsanah, Quint's mother Michael Keep as Tribal Chief William Zuckert as Asper, Quint ... A girl traveling through Dodge City falls for Quint, but her intentions may not be pure. Genres: Drama, Western. Network: CBS. Air Date: Nov 9, 1963. Directed By: Harry Harris.One of his early roles was on the legendary TV Western Gunsmoke. He joined the cast in 1962 playing a half-Comanche blacksmith named Quint Asper, appearing in 50 episodes between 1962 and 1965.Though Quint looked back unflinchingly, Matt saw a tightening around his eyes and the rigid set of his shoulders. He was as uncertain as Matt of their chances of coming out alive. Down at the other end of the line, Carl Dean Halsted sat fearfully watching as the massive line of men came into view and began to make their way closer.Gunsmoke Reynolds as Quint Asper in Gunsmoke, 1962. In 1962, Dennis Weaver wanted to leave the cast of Gunsmoke, one of the top rated shows in the country. The producers developed a new character, "halfbreed" blacksmith Quint Asper: Reynolds was cast, beating over 300 other contenders. Reynolds announced he would stay on the show "until it ends.Based on the Gunsmoke radio series created by Norman MacDonnell & John Meston Andrew V. McLaglen - Directed by John Meston - Written by James Arness as Matt Dillon Dennis Weaver as Chester Goode Milburn Stone as Galen "Doc" Adams Amanda Blake as Miss Kitty Russell Burt Reynolds as Quint Asper Angela Clarke as Topsanah, Quint's mother Michael Keep as Tribal Chief William Zuckert as Asper, Quint ... CBS | Air Date: March 7, 1964. Starring: Tom Waters, Burt Reynolds, Dennis Weaver, Roger Ewing, Buck Taylor, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Glenn Strange. Summary: Festus is full of beans. Quint out indian wrestles him, but throws Festus on the bellows and they're ruined. Quint heads out to Wichita, thinking he's leaving without Festus.Sharon Farrell was born on 24 December 1940 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. She was an actress, known for Can't Buy Me Love (1987), Night of the Comet (1984) and It's Alive (1974). She was previously married to Dale Trevillion, Steve Salkin, John Boyer, Ron De Blasio and Andrew Prine. She died on 15 May 2023 in Orange County, California, USA.Quint’s Indian: Guest Star Burt Reynolds. Quint is framed for the theft of a horse and is brutally beaten by a vigilante group. The atmosphere in Dodge becomes even uglier as Matt Dillon investigates the crime. Anybody Can Kill a Marshal: Guest Star Burt Reynolds. A pair of outlaws hires a drifter to kill Marshal Matt Dillon.When Dillon and Quint (a newly added Burt Reynolds, who is the most charismatic figure on the screen through this phase of the "Gunsmoke" odyssey) catch up with the three in the badlands, Jenny, about to be murdered by her boyfriend, saves herself by allowing Dillon to nab them all. Starring: Dennis Weaver, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Summary: Mark Feeney and Jim Stope find out Quint's half indian. Stope won't pay a lousy redskin the two dollars he owes Quint for shoeing his horse. Quint goes out to the river for a swim. He gets and without his shirt on he throws a lasso over a bay horse. A boy fishing watches. Gunsmoke Killed Gilligan’s Island. It may have been extremely popular during its run, but in 1967, Gunsmoke was on the verge being canceled by CBS. Thankfully though, William Paley, who was the network’s president at the time, was a big fan (along with his wife) and didn’t want it to end.7.5 /10. 175. YOUR RATING. Rate. Western. Two ne'er-do-wells come to town and soon cook up a plot under which half-Comanche blacksmith Quint Asper is framed for the theft of a horse. The atmosphere in Dodge quickly becomes dangerously ugly for Quint. Director. Fred Jackman Jr. CBS | Air Date: March 7, 1964. Starring: Tom Waters, Burt Reynolds, Dennis Weaver, Roger Ewing, Buck Taylor, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Glenn Strange. Summary: Festus is full of beans. Quint out indian wrestles him, but throws Festus on the bellows and they're ruined. Quint heads out to Wichita, thinking he's leaving without Festus.Though Quint looked back unflinchingly, Matt saw a tightening around his eyes and the rigid set of his shoulders. He was as uncertain as Matt of their chances of coming out alive. Down at the other end of the line, Carl Dean Halsted sat fearfully watching as the massive line of men came into view and began to make their way closer."Quint's Trail" was the seventh episode of Season 9 of Gunsmoke, also the 312th overall episode of the series. Directed by Harry Harris, the episode, which was written by Kathleen Hite, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on November 9, 1963. Contents 1 Synopsis 2 Storyline 3 Did You Know? 3.1 Trivia 3.2 Scene excerpts 3.3 Soundtracks"Gunsmoke" Quint's Indian (TV Episode 1963) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more."Gunsmoke" Quint Asper Comes Home (TV Episode 1962) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.Oct 21, 2022 · Milburn Stone convinced Burt Reynolds to quit ‘Gunsmoke’. This weekend on INSP, we honor Burt Reynolds. All episodes of Gunsmoke will feature Burt Reynolds’ character, Quint Asper. https://t ... Starring: Tom Waters, Burt Reynolds, Dennis Weaver, Roger Ewing, Buck Taylor, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Glenn Strange. Summary: Quint gives Pa Hack some used horseshoes. Pa helps himself to some nails and a hammer. Pa drains his whiskey bottle. The Renegades: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Quint says that white renegades, not Indians, are the cause of recent raids around Dodge.When Quint arrives at the widow's farm, Willa mistakes Quint's concern for romance, but Quint rejects her advances and returns to Dodge. After Matt receives a telegraph informing him that someone else confessed to the murder for which Crown is wanted, the Marshal releases Crown.Sharon Farrell was born on 24 December 1940 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. She was an actress, known for Can't Buy Me Love (1987), Night of the Comet (1984) and It's Alive (1974). She was previously married to Dale Trevillion, Steve Salkin, John Boyer, Ron De Blasio and Andrew Prine. She died on 15 May 2023 in Orange County, California, USA.Quint-Cident: Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Burt Reynolds. A woman newly widowed is powerfully attracted to Quint, but when he gently turns her down, she vows to make him pay for scorning a white woman.Festus wants to make the trip but Quint tells him an incorrect time that he will be leaving. But that makes no difference as Festus hides under the wagon and unknown to Quint is on the trail with him. So Quint and Festus are now on a road trip. They pull into one town to spend the night when Festus challenges Quint to a drinking contest.Quint's Trail: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Quint is hired to escort a family on the first leg of their journey to Oregon. On the way, he learns the reason for their going, a motive that could have repercussions for Quint. Sharon Farrell was born on 24 December 1940 in Sioux City, Iowa, USA. She was an actress, known for Can't Buy Me Love (1987), Night of the Comet (1984) and It's Alive (1974). She was previously married to Dale Trevillion, Steve Salkin, John Boyer, Ron De Blasio and Andrew Prine. She died on 15 May 2023 in Orange County, California, USA.Festus wants to make the trip but Quint tells him an incorrect time that he will be leaving. But that makes no difference as Festus hides under the wagon and unknown to Quint is on the trail with him. So Quint and Festus are now on a road trip. They pull into one town to spend the night when Festus challenges Quint to a drinking contest. Starring: Dennis Weaver, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Summary: Mark Feeney and Jim Stope find out Quint's half indian. Stope won't pay a lousy redskin the two dollars he owes Quint for shoeing his horse. Quint goes out to the river for a swim. He gets and without his shirt on he throws a lasso over a bay horse. A boy fishing watches. "Quint Asper Comes Home" was the third episode of Season 8 of Gunsmoke, also the 270th overall episode of the series. Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, the episode, which was written by John Meston, was originally broadcast on CBS-TV on September 29, 1962. A half-Indian named Quint Asper (Burt Reynolds) vows revenge on all white men when a pair of drifters kill his father and threaten his mother ...Interestingly, both of the episodes involve women and their unrequited desire for a man. The arc with Quint leading the Neff family on their journey to Nebraska is oddly written and played, with the daughter, Belle, attempting to engage Quint in romance after openly flirting with Matt Dillon. The other story arc with Chester is more satisfying. Matt suggests Praylie leaves town. Quint and Susan are going to elope, to Kansas City. Praylie tries to shoot Quint but can't get a clear shot. There's a keg of gun powder with a fuse into the hearth at Quint's shop. Festus smells the fuse. They see the keg and run. Quint and Festus come into the Long Branch. Praylie pulls a gun. Matt gets the ...Asper : But don't forget you're half white. Don't never forget that. Quint : I ain't forgettin', Pa. Quint : [Explaining to the Comanche chief why he wants to join the tribe] My mother's Comanche. White men murdered my Pa. The two I killed were just a start. I want to go on killing white men.
Before he passed away in 2018 at the age of 82, Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds looked back on his life and fondly recalled his three years working on the television Western series “Gunsmoke” as his “happiest years.” From 1962-1965, Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as the blacksmith Quint Asper.. Trucking jobs that pay dollar2 500 a week
Starring: Dennis Weaver, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Summary: Mark Feeney and Jim Stope find out Quint's half indian. Stope won't pay a lousy redskin the two dollars he owes Quint for shoeing his horse. Quint goes out to the river for a swim. He gets and without his shirt on he throws a lasso over a bay horse. A boy fishing watches. The legendary, record-breaking Western drama now rides again on Pluto TV. Watch James Arness as Marshal Matt Dillon in both the original black-and-white and color episodes of the classic series, 24 hours a day! Starring: Dennis Weaver, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake. Summary: Mark Feeney and Jim Stope find out Quint's half indian. Stope won't pay a lousy redskin the two dollars he owes Quint for shoeing his horse. Quint goes out to the river for a swim. He gets and without his shirt on he throws a lasso over a bay horse. A boy fishing watches.Likewise, Burt Reynolds starred on “Gunsmoke” as Quint Asper. He appeared on the hit western for three seasons. The episode occurred during the middle of his run. Reynolds decided to leave the show a year later to pursue a career in movies. Chester and Festus appeared in other episodes together. Likewise, Quint appeared in episodes with ...Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Don't Threaten. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated.Journey for Three: Directed by Harry Harris. With James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Burt Reynolds. Two brothers traveling to California are joined by a third man who soon proves to be a wrong 'un, manhandling and killing a young woman they encounter on the prairie and turning on Quint when he shows up to share his rabbits with them.Nov 6, 2022 · Gunsmoke managed to keep Reynolds on the cast until the end of season 10. Quint became a good friend to Matt, but the character vanishes without as much of a goodbye. There was one actor who had a smaller role in Gunsmoke appearing as ‘Quint’ in 50 episodes from 1962 to 1965. But this actor would eventually become larger than life and considered as an icon of American entertainment. That actor, was none other than Burt Reynolds."Gunsmoke" Quint Asper Comes Home (TV Episode 1962) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Based on the Gunsmoke radio series created by Norman MacDonnell & John Meston Andrew V. McLaglen - Directed by John Meston - Written by James Arness as Matt Dillon Dennis Weaver as Chester Goode Milburn Stone as Galen "Doc" Adams Amanda Blake as Miss Kitty Russell Burt Reynolds as Quint Asper Angela Clarke as Topsanah, Quint's mother Michael Keep as Tribal Chief William Zuckert as Asper, Quint ...Feb 17, 2014 · Gunsmoke Festus Haggins admits he's gay The five deputies of Matt Dillon on the television show Gunsmoke were Chester Goode, Festus Haggen, Thad Greenwood, Newly O'Brien and Quint Asper. Chester Goode played by Dennis Weaver was the ...Seated: Quint Asper ( Burt Reynolds ). "Gunsmoke", starring James Arness as Matt Dillon! A long, long running Western series about the adventures of U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon and the citizenry of Dodge City, Kansas. It started as a radio series, then moved to CBS television (with a completely different cast) in 1955. It lasted to 1975.CBS | Air Date: March 7, 1964. Starring: Tom Waters, Burt Reynolds, Dennis Weaver, Roger Ewing, Buck Taylor, James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Glenn Strange. Summary: Festus is full of beans. Quint out indian wrestles him, but throws Festus on the bellows and they're ruined. Quint heads out to Wichita, thinking he's leaving without Festus. Gunsmoke Killed Gilligan’s Island. It may have been extremely popular during its run, but in 1967, Gunsmoke was on the verge being canceled by CBS. Thankfully though, William Paley, who was the network’s president at the time, was a big fan (along with his wife) and didn’t want it to end..