Hostage for Hanging

Summary

Rowdy is held for ransom by a family of crooked horse traders. Quince, Jed, Wish and Simon try to dicker unsuccessfully. The family is led by Ma Gufler. Her two sons are Jesse and dim-witted Max. They prepare to hang Rowdy. Jed rides in to talk things over.

Guest stars

• Sharon Farrell as Billie Lou
• Robert Blake as Max Gufler
• Mercedes McCambridge as Ma Gufler
• Warren Oates as Jesse Gufler