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The Hostage Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #06, Episode #02

In The Hostage, a quartet of criminals consisting of three men and one woman kidnaps Ben and demands a hefty ransom of $100,000. Ben, trapped in their clutches, strategizes an escape by sowing discord among the captors. As tension escalates, he maneuvers to turn the crooks against each other. The episode boasts a guest cast […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 6, 2024

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Invention of a Gunfighter Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #06, Episode #01

After being publicly humiliated by the town’s tough guy, Al Mooney (Ron Foster), young Johnny Chapman (Guy Stockwell) turns to his friend Joe Cartwright for gun training. However, Joe soon regrets his decision as Johnny transforms into a ruthless bounty hunter. To complicate matters, Johnny is hired to kill his former girlfriend Olive (Valerie Allen) […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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Walter and the Outlaws Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #34

Season Five of Bonanza concluded on May 24, 1964, featuring the episode “Walter and the Outlaws,” serving as a sequel to the previous season’s “Any Friend of Walter’s,” both penned by Lois Hire. Arthur Hunnicutt reprises his role as grizzled prospector Obie, residing in a rundown shack with his loyal dog, Walter. The returning cast […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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Triangle Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #33

Originally, Kathie Browne was slated to make between eight and ten appearances on Bonanza as widow Laura Dayton. This plan aimed to prepare audiences for Laura’s wedding to Adam Cartwright, setting the stage for Pernell Roberts’ eventual departure from the series. Furthermore, Guy Williams was introduced as a potential replacement for Adam, portraying Ben’s nephew, […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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The Pressure Game Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #32

In her third appearance, Kathie Browne reprises her role as Laura Dayton, Adam Cartwright’s former romantic interest. Influenced by her Aunt Lil (Joan Blondell) to pressure Adam into marriage, Laura devises a plan to incite jealousy by flirting with Adam’s cousin, Will (Guy Williams). However, the scheme turns unexpectedly when genuine feelings develop between Laura […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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The Dark Past Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #31

The residents of the Ponderosa find themselves puzzled by the aloof demeanor and secretive nature of bounty hunter Dev Farnum, portrayed by Dennis Hopper. Could his demeanor be linked to his status as the estranged son of a renowned preacher? Or is it because their house guest, Holly Burnside, portrayed by Susan Seaforth, happens to […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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Enter Thomas Bowers Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #30

In this iconic episode of Bonanza, Enter Thomas Bowers, William Marshall, known for his roles in “Blacula” and “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” takes on the role of Thomas Bowers, a celebrated black opera singer. Returning from a successful tour in Italy, Bowers faces intense bigotry and prejudice upon reaching Virginia City. To make matters worse, he is […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 5, 2024

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The Waiting Game Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #10

Aired for the first time on December 8, 1963, The Waiting Game introduces Kathie Browne in her recurring role as Laura Dayton. Laura, grappling with the sudden loss of her husband Frank (portrayed by Wade Preston), decides to shield their daughter Peggy (played by Katie Sweet) from the tragic news as she continues to await […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 4, 2024

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The Companeros Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #29

Distinguished among Bonanza episodes, The Companeros diverges from featuring the principal stars and instead centers solely on Ben Cartwright’s nephew Will, portrayed by Guy Williams. Guest star Frank Silvera assumes the role of freedom fighter Mateo Ibara, who seeks Will’s aid in supporting Benito Juarez’s bid for the Mexican presidency. Despite Will’s affection for Ibara […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 4, 2024

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A Pink Cloud Comes from Old Cathay Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #28

In his quest to purchase fireworks from the Chinese Yiphee Trading Company, Hoss Cartwright finds himself in an unexpected twist when his order gets mixed up, leading him to receive a “picture bride” named Tai Li, also known as Pink Cloud (played by Marlo Thomas). Far from being demure, Tai Li turns out to be […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 4, 2024

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The Roper Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #27

The focal point of the Peter Packer-scripted Bonanza episode The Roper is on new series regular Will Cartwright, portrayed by Guy Williams. With Ben and his sons absent, outlaws infiltrate the Ponderosa, aiming to plunder Ben’s safe and abduct Will. As the criminals await Ben’s return to coerce him into revealing the safe’s combination and […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 4, 2024

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The Saga of Muley Jones Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #26

Bruce Yarnell debuts as the Cartwrights’ cousin Muley from Missouri in his first appearance. Endowed with a singing voice capable of shattering glass, Muley inadvertently complicates life for his affluent relatives and disrupts negotiations with a neighboring Indian tribe. The supporting cast features esteemed character actors, including Jesse White, Jerome Cowan, Strother Martin, and Ralph […]

The Lone Writer 11 months agoMarch 4, 2024

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Category: Bonanza

The Hostage Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #06, Episode #02

Invention of a Gunfighter Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #06, Episode #01

Walter and the Outlaws Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #34

Triangle Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #33

The Pressure Game Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #32

The Dark Past Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #31

Enter Thomas Bowers Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #30

The Waiting Game Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #10

The Companeros Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #29

A Pink Cloud Comes from Old Cathay Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #28

The Roper Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #27

The Saga of Muley Jones Full Episode – Bonanza, Season #05, Episode #26

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