9 Season
249 Episode
The Virginian - Season 1 Episode 3 Throw a Long Rope
With every hoofbeat, history is made.
A homesteader (Jack Warden) accused of rustling narrowly escapes hanging by local ranchers led by Major Cass (John Anderson), an event that is observed by Shiloh hands including the Virginian. However, the homesteader is severely injured, and the Virginian helps him work his farm during off hours. After some investigation into the rash of cattle rustling, the Virginian decides to defend the man against the Major and the other ranchers including Judge Garth.
- Year: 1971
- Country: United States of America
- Genre: Western, Drama
- Studio: NBC
- Keyword: ranch, 19th century
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- Cast: Doug McClure, James Drury, Lee Majors, Sara Lane