- Although some question his guilt, a man is hanged in Medicine Bow when a woman denies being with him at the time. A stranger with many talents arrives in Medicine Bow taking a job at Shiloh who takes a keen interest in the main players.
- Tom Newcumb is hanged at Medicine Bow for the murder of a woman even though many people question whether there was enough evidence to prove his guilt. He was known as a gun for hire who people were no longer comfortable having around. A talented stranger, Paul Taylor, shows up in Medicine Bow on the day of the hanging making an entertaining but somewhat eerie appearance at Betsy's birthday party at Shiloh. Soon afterwards he takes a job at Shiloh where he excels at everything making The Virginian happy. However, his other actions make Judge Garth and others suspicious about his intentions. He begins courting Celia Ames who is the school teacher and witness who denied Tom Newcumb was with her at the time of the murder. It was long rumored that she was Tom Newcomb's girlfriend but as a school teacher she has always denied it. It was also rumored she danced at night to the stars. With the aid of liquor and Paul's courting, The Virginian and sheriff learn the painful truth about the rumors.—Anonymous
- After a career hired gun, Tom Newcomb, is hung for the murder of a local woman in Medicine Bow, a mysterious drifter (Hugh O'Brien), Paul, comes to town to ask questions about the case. He creates a good bit of unease, despite his charming demeanor. A capable hand and gun himself, what will Paul do if he decides that Tom was hanged unjustly?
This episode is a western movie in itself. Ahead of its time for filming in color in 1962, this show is beautifully filmed, with sweeping vistas and colorful costuming. The story is strong and compelling, leaving you uncertain of the outcome until virtually the last moment. The theme music by Percy Faith is western magic for the ear.
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What is the broadcast (satellite or terrestrial TV) release date of The Executioners (1962) in Australia?
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