Maverick
Overview
The Maverick brothers—Bret, Bart, Beau, and Brent—are suave card sharks who prefer the thrill of gambling over traditional labor. While adventurous escapades aren't their usual style, they showcase bravery when necessary. With their sharp intellect and irresistible charm, the Mavericks navigate life in the Old West, often relying on wit rather than brawn. Their penchant for stylish attire sets them apart as they engage in high-stakes poker games, all while avoiding the hard work that others embrace. Each episode highlights their cleverness and unique approach to challenges in a rugged landscape.
Episodes
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1
War of the Silver Kings
Bret Maverick confronts a greedy gambler in Echo Springs and manages to outsmart him. Along the way, he strikes up a friendship with an inebriated man...
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2
Point Blank
Bret encounters a charming yet crafty girl named Karen Steele. In no time at all, she lays out ambitious plans for his future—specifically, a perman...
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3
According to Hoyle
Samantha Crawford, a skilled con artist, works for George Cross, who is intent on recouping the $50,000 he lost to Bret Maverick. Two riverboat propri...
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4
Ghost Rider
While traveling with Bret, a woman mysteriously vanishes. As he investigates her disappearance, he uncovers a shocking revelation: she was declared de...
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5
The Long Hunt
Bret sets out to clear the name of a man who is locked away for life, determined to uncover the truth. However, there’s someone with a vested intere...
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6
Stage West
As Bret escapes a group of furious Native Americans, he finds refuge in a way station. Unbeknownst to him, a ruthless gang of outlaws is there, schemi...
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7
Relic of Fort Tejon
After winning a camel in a card game, Bret seizes the opportunity to use her newfound companion to help expose a corrupt gambling den operator. With t...
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8
Hostage!
Bret Maverick reunites with his brother Bart in New Orleans, where they aim to secure a spot on a riverboat known for its high-stakes poker games. How...
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9
Stampede
Bret and Dandy Jim Buckley place a large wager on a boxing match, but when their chosen fighter backs out, Bret finds himself needing to take his plac...
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10
The Jeweled Gun
Bart reluctantly agrees to pretend to be the husband of a woman journeying through the treacherous badlands. This decision quickly turns disastrous, a...
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11
The Wrecker
Title: The Wrecker Plot: Bart embarks on a maritime adventure after acquiring a dilapidated cargo vessel. Intrigued by the ship's hidden worth, he se...
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12
The Quick and the Dead
Bret's only chance to shake off a robbery accusation lies with a witness who is now in danger, targeted for elimination by the infamous gunfighter and...
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13
The Naked Gallows
Bart takes a deep dive into a cold murder case, but his curiosity leads him to a dangerous encounter with a murderer wielding a .45.
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14
Comstock Conspiracy
Upon reaching the bustling mining town of Virginia City, Bret becomes entangled with a mining engineer who is fighting for better conditions for the w...
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15
The Third Rider
In this episode, Bart finds himself entangled with two scheming couples as he works to prove his innocence in both a bank heist and a murder.
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16
Rage For Vengeance
Bret is excited to accompany an attractive widow to the bank, where she plans to deposit a significant amount of cash. However, his enthusiasm quickly...
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17
Rope of Cards
In a scenario reminiscent of 12 Angry Men, Bret finds himself as the sole juror opposing a guilty verdict in a murder case. To sway the opinions of hi...
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18
Diamond in the Rough
After enduring a brutal attack, getting robbed, and being forced into a dangerous situation, Bart is determined to bring to light the true nature of a...
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19
Day of Reckoning
Title: Day of Reckoning Plot: Determined to put an end to the reign of the local bully, courageous Bret rallies the community to take action. He beli...
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20
The Savage Hills
Title: The Savage Hills Plot: Despite his reservations, Bart joins forces with Samantha Crawford on a mission to retrieve stolen Treasury printing pl...
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21
Trail West to Fury
Amid a fierce rainstorm, the Maverick brothers share a story with their friend Dandy Jim Buckley about a time in Texas, not long after the Civil War. ...
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22
The Burning Sky
In the arid desert, Bart and the other passengers aboard the stagecoach find themselves caught in an Indian ambush. As they fight off their attackers,...
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23
The Seventh Hand
Samantha Crawford sets up a high-stakes poker game for Bret to join, but things take a turn for the worse when the game is suddenly held up by robbers...
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24
Plunder of Paradise
Title: Treasure in the Hills Plot: Bart Maverick and Big Mike McComb are on a quest for fortune hidden in the mountains. However, they must contend w...
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25
Black Fire
As the heirs of wealthy General Eakins are mysteriously eliminated one after another, Bret Maverick finds himself in a precarious situation. Disguised...
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26
Burial Ground of the Gods
Bart Maverick is on the trail of a thief who made off with his cash. However, his quest takes an unexpected turn when he joins forces with a young wom...
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27
Seed of Deception
Title: Seeds of Deceit Plot: Upon their arrival in a small Arizona town, Bret and Bart are erroneously identified as the legendary Wyatt Earp and his...
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The Day They Hanged Bret Maverick
Bret finds himself at a hanging, but the situation is particularly tense for him—he's the one slated for execution.
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2
The Lonesome Reunion
Bret is drawn in by the alluring charm of a beautiful woman named Joanna Barnes, only to discover that he’s unwittingly caught up in a deceitful sch...
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3
Alias Bart Maverick
Bart encounters a likable con artist who swindles him out of his cash and vanishes, leaving Bart to deal with a murder accusation and the advances of ...
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4
The Belcastle Brand
Title: The Belcastle Brand Plot: In the scorching heat of the desert, Bret and his hunting team find themselves under sudden attack. Stranded and o...
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5
High Card Hangs
Title: High Card Hangs Plot: Bart Maverick, along with two companions, finds themselves accused of murder. The local community insists that one of th...
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6
Escape to Tampico
While in Mexico, Bret devises a plan to deceive an American outlaw into coming back to the United States, where he is wanted for committing murder.
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7
The Judas Mask
Bart finds himself chasing after a charming cancan dancer who swiped his cash, but soon realizes he’s being pursued by two ominous figures.
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8
The Jail at Junction Flats
Bret, who has a kind heart, decides to lend $200 to a friend for what he believes is a legitimate deal. Unfortunately, this well-meaning gesture backf...
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9
The Thirty-Ninth Star
A mix-up with suitcases spirals into a political battle, putting Bart in the crosshairs of merciless assassins.
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10
Shady Deal at Sunny Acres
Bret finds himself powerless against a cunning banker named John Dehner, who has swindled him. As he waits for the right moment to strike back, Bart a...
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11
Island in the Swamp
Bret finds himself caught in the middle of a tragic romance when he attempts to assist two young lovers from rival families. Unfortunately, his good i...
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12
Prey of the Cat
Bart finds himself caught in a web of intrigue as two cunning women pursue him for very different reasons. One is willing to go to extreme lengths, ev...
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13
Holiday at Hollow Rock
Title: Vacation at Hollow Rock Plot: Following a rigged card game where he gets swindled, Bret seeks revenge by challenging his rival to a high-stake...
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14
The Spanish Dancer
Following a brawl with a buddy over a dancer, Bart finds himself in a tight spot when he’s wrongfully accused of his friend's murder. To clear his n...
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15
Game of Chance
Bret and Bart find themselves vying for the attention of the same woman. What draws them in? The $10,000 she managed to swindle from both of them.
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16
Gun-shy
In Elwood, Kansas, Bret is on the hunt for hidden Confederate treasure, but his quest keeps clashing with U.S. Marshal Mort Dooley, who is determined ...
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17
Two Beggars on Horseback
Bret and Bart's bond faces a challenge when a tempting opportunity arises: one of them could win a $10,000 payout, but only one can claim it.
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18
The Rivals
Title: The Rivals Plot: Lydia Linley, a spirited young heiress, dreams of a partner reminiscent of Sydney Carton from A Tale of Two Cities—a man fi...
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19
Duel at Sundown
Title: Sundown Showdown Plot: Bret Maverick becomes entangled in a perilous romantic rivalry involving the enchanting Abby Dalton and a skilled young...
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20
Yellow River
Title: Golden Waters Plot: Following a bank heist that leaves him broke, Bart decides to throw his savings into a fast-track scheme promoted by an al...
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21
The Saga of Waco Williams
Bret and his friend Waco Williams (Wayde Preston) find themselves in a tight spot in Bent City, where locals suspect them of being cattle thieves.
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22
Brasada Spur
During an intense poker match, Bart scores a significant win by acquiring stock in a railroad company. However, this unexpected victory leads him down...
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23
Passage to Fort Doom
Bart and his former girlfriend, both skilled con artists, manage to endure a perilous journey on a stagecoach, finally arriving at Fort Doom. However,...
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24
Two Tickets to Ten Strike
Bret Maverick grows wary when he finds himself compelled to exit Ten Strike, New Mexico. Choosing to remain, he digs deeper and uncovers an unusual sc...
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25
Betrayal
Title: Deception Plot: As a tense stagecoach robbery unfolds, Bart remains calm, but he notices a flicker of familiarity shared between his charming ...
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26
The Strange Journey of Jenny Hill
Bret joins a stunning singer named Peggy King on a quest to locate her missing husband, only to find himself irresistibly drawn to her charms. As they...
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Pappy
Beau Maverick, portrayed by James Garner, reveals to his sons Bret and Bart that he’s getting married. However, the brothers soon learn that this un...
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2
Royal Four Flush
Title: Royal Four Flush Plot: Bart plays a dangerous game of betrayal when he turns the tables on a scheming adversary. However, his cunning leads hi...
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3
The Sheriff of Duck 'N' Shoot
Sheriff Bret surprises both himself and the residents of the town by managing to control the trail herders who have been causing chaos. He outsmarts a...
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4
You Can't Beat the Percentage
Title: The Odds Are Against You Plot: Bart finds himself entangled in a strange conspiracy that revolves around a murder scheme, where he is unexpect...
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5
The Cats of Paradise
Title: The Cats of Paradise Plot: Bret Maverick becomes smitten with the gentle Modesty Blaine (Mona Freeman). Together, they embark on a venture to ...
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6
A Tale of Three Cities
Bart struggles to get back his poker winnings after they are stolen by thieves. Just when it seems hopeless, assistance arrives from an unexpected sou...
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7
Full House
Bret Maverick encounters a notorious gang of bank robbers, including Cole Younger, Billy The Kid, Sam Bass, Jesse James, Frank James, Jim Dalton, Blac...
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8
The Lass with the Poisonous Air
Title: The Girl with the Toxic Aura Plot: Following a cold dismissal from the enigmatic Linda Burke (Joanna Moore), Bart finds himself ensnared in a ...
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9
The Ghost Soldiers
Bret is among three men covertly protecting an abandoned government outpost from a group of war-hungry Indians. Using his wit and clever ruse, Maveric...
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10
Easy Mark
Bart Maverick, who considers cowardice a form of wisdom, finds himself feeling frightened when he realizes that his bond with a wealthy tycoon might p...
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11
A Fellow's Brother
George Henry Arnett learns that Bret Maverick has arrived to collect his debts, prompting him to spread a damaging rumor about Bret. Using this distra...
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12
Trooper Maverick
Bart finds himself in a precarious situation as he attempts to assist the cavalry in identifying a traitor, only to end up on the brink of being hange...
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13
Maverick Springs
Bret is hired by a wealthy Texan to rescue her brother, Mark, from the clutches of a scheming woman named Melanie. Disguised as a Texas Colonel, Bret ...
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14
The Goose-Drownder
Title: The Goose-Drownder Plot: Seeking refuge in an abandoned town, Bart anxiously bides his time for the storm to pass. However, his unease escalat...
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15
A Cure for Johnny Rain
After rescuing Bret, Johnny Rain (William Reynolds) finds himself behind bars, accused of robbing a stagecoach. Determined to help his friend, Bret di...
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16
The Marquesa
Bart Maverick hits the jackpot when he wins the "Lucky Lady" saloon in a high-stakes card game. However, upon arriving in Santa Leora to claim his pri...
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17
Cruise of the Cynthia B.
Title: Voyage of the Cynthia B. Plot: Bret, one of the seven co-owners of a dilapidated riverboat, sets sail down the Mississippi River towards Memph...
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18
Maverick & Juliet
Bret's chance at freedom depends on the results of a high-stakes card game. He's thrilled at the prospect... until he comes face to face with his riva...
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19
The White Widow
A stunning widow, played by Julie Adams, seeks Bart's help in safeguarding her from a hidden assassin. He agrees to assist her, not realizing that he ...
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20
Guatemala City
Title: Guatemala City Plot: Maverick is determined to mend his relationship with Ellen Johnson while simultaneously cracking a high-stakes jewel heis...
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21
The People's Friend
As Bart Maverick campaigns for a Senate seat, he seems like a strong contender. However, his political ambitions stir up hostility among some townsfol...
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22
A Flock of Trouble
Bret becomes the owner of a sheep ranch nestled among cattle ranchers who are determined to eliminate both the sheep and their new proprietor.
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23
Iron Hand
Title: Iron Hand Plot: Assigned to safeguard a cattle drive, Bart diligently pursues a group of Native Americans, unaware that a clever con is unfold...
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24
The Resurrection of Joe November
Title: The Return of Joe November Plot: Bret finds himself inadvertently entangled in an extraordinary smuggling operation when he faces a tempting o...
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25
The Misfortune Teller
Bret is facing a murder accusation, and when he encounters his lawyer—who happens to be a numerologist, astrologer, and a bit of a klutz—he realiz...
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26
Greenbacks, Unlimited
Big Ed Murphy, a notorious bank robber, is feeling the pressure as he faces an unexpected rival: Bret, who keeps snatching the cash before he can get ...
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The Bundle from Britain
In this episode, we meet Roger Moore as Cousin Beauregard Maverick, known as Beau, who is seen as the "white sheep" of the Maverick clan due to his ac...
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Hadley's Hunters
Bart encounters a humorous sheriff, played by Edgar Buchanan, who is utterly determined to take him down.
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3
The Town That Wasn't There
Beau Maverick unexpectedly becomes the owner of Silver Hill, a mine deemed worthless. Meanwhile, a shady railroad agent named Shanks schemes to swindl...
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4
Arizona Black Maria
Title: Arizona Black Maria Plot: Deep within the perilous Sioux lands, Bart finds himself torn between the alluring influence of a female inmate and ...
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5
Last Wire from Stop Gap
While traveling to Denver, Beau and Bart Maverick win $6,500 in a poker game at Stop Gap. They opt to send the money via the Hulett Telegraph Company,...
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6
Mano Nera
In search of a serene and lucrative poker game in New Orleans, Bart finds himself entangled in a puzzling murder case linked to the notorious Black Ha...
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7
A Bullet for the Teacher
In St. Joseph, Missouri, Beau Maverick acquires half of the Golden Wheel Casino, but his partnership quickly turns tragic when Rand Storm is killed by...
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8
The Witch of Hound Dog
Title: The Sorceress of Hound Dog Plot: Bret finds himself in a precarious situation when he crosses paths with two hefty robbers and their captivati...
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9
Thunder from the North
Title: Thunder from the North Plot: Marsh and Lawson, two unscrupulous Army storekeepers, have been swindling nearby Native American tribes with subp...
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10
The Maverick Line
Taking over the stagecoach line from Uncle Micah is just the start of a series of financial troubles for the Maverick brothers.
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11
Bolt from the Blue
Title: Sudden Turn of Events Plot: Beau Maverick forms an unlikely friendship with a prospector named Ebenezer Bolt, unaware that Bolt is associated ...
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12
Kiz
Title: Kiz Plot: Beau Maverick makes an unexpected entrance at a lavish gathering in Virginia City hosted by the quirky socialite Kiz Bouchet. Known ...
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13
Dodge City or Bust
Title: Dodge City or Bust Plot: Noble-hearted Bart rescues a stunning woman from peril, but his act of heroism leads to an unexpected twist. Instead ...
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14
The Bold Fenian Men
The Fenians, an Irish revolutionary group composed of skilled soldiers, are committed to liberating Ireland from British control. They convene in Dako...
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15
Destination Devil's Flat
Title: Journey to Devil's Flat Plot: In a clever twist, Bart replaces a suitcase brimming with gold with one packed with rocks to thwart the hijackin...
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16
A State of Siege
Title: Under Siege Plot: Demonstrating his inherent pacifism, Bart finds himself caught in the midst of a fierce gunfight that leaves him both shoc...
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17
Family Pride
In New Mexico, Beau Maverick falls victim to con artists Warren, Crippen, and Warren's granddaughter Rosanne, losing more than $4,500, with $4,000 of ...
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18
The Cactus Switch
Title: The Cactus Switch Plot: After a successful night at the card table, Bart feels on top of the world and decides to lend a hand to a distressed ...
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19
Dutchman's Gold
Beau Maverick secures a half-share in the Blue Bell Saloon in Arizona. To revitalize the struggling establishment, he and his partner Charlotte team u...
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20
The Ice Man
When Bart stumbles upon a body frozen in ice that had been missing for years, he soon finds himself in a precarious situation.
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21
Diamond Flush
Ferguson, a cunning con artist, knocks Beau Maverick out cold while trying to steal a valuable diamond necklace from a French countess. After the inci...
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22
Last Stop Oblivion
Title: Final Destination: Oblivion Plot: Bart, the well-meaning hero, mistakenly alerts the wrong individuals about their deadly hosts, who are respo...
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23
Flood's Folly
In the outskirts of Denver, Beau and his friend Judge Scott seek refuge from a fierce blizzard at the residence of Martha Flood and her niece, Sally. ...
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24
Maverick at Law
Bart finds himself in a tough spot when he has to justify his actions: the bank has been heisted, and his saddlebags are stuffed with the stolen cash.
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25
Red Dog
Beau Maverick unexpectedly discovers a cave where five outlaws are gathered. They have been called together by a bandit named Jess to strategize a maj...
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26
The Deadly Image
Bart finds himself behind bars, caught in a frustrating situation of mistaken identity. Completely innocent, he struggles to navigate the confusion as...
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27
Triple Indemnity
Title: Triple Indemnity Plot: Timid George Parker (Alan Hewitt) presents Doc Holliday with an enticing proposition. In exchange for a substantial re...
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28
The Forbidden City
Brent (Robert Colbert) makes his entrance into the series with classic Maverick flair by getting entangled with two stunning women, only to find himse...
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29
Substitute Gun
Title: The Substitute Shooter Plot: Bart finds himself in a high-stakes game of strategy against a seasoned assassin, where intellect and firepower c...
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30
Benefit of the Doubt
Title: A Sister's Scheme Plot: Staying true to the Maverick spirit, Brent finds himself entwined with two stunning sisters, unaware that one of them ...
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31
The Devil's Necklace (1)
Bart just struck an unbelievable deal by impulsively buying a truckload of goods, which surprisingly included a bound and gagged Native American girl.
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The Devil's Necklace (2)
The Apaches discover Bart in the act, caught with a wagon full of liquor and a kidnapped Indian girl. This incident ignites tensions and sets the stag...
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Dade City Dodge
Title: Dade City Dodge Plot: Bart embarks on a mission to locate Pearly Gates, a slick trickster who swindled him out of $5000. Determined to reclaim...
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2
The Art Lovers
As investors pressure railroad owner Paul Sutton, Bart steps in to assist by engaging them in a casual game of cards, hoping to ease the tension throu...
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3
The Golden Fleecing
Bart leaves the poker scene behind to dive into the stock market, where he faces off against the affluent Loftus Jaggers and his stunning daughter, Pa...
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4
Three Queens Full
Bart finds himself with a tough choice: serve a two-year prison sentence or take on the role of chaperone for three brides as they journey to their gr...
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5
A Technical Error
Bart is on top of the world after scoring big in a poker game, thinking he’s hit the jackpot. However, Maverick, who has been riding a streak of bad...
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6
Poker Face
In Bart's newest poker escapade, the stakes couldn't be higher—he's betting not just chips, but the lives of his fellow travelers on the stagecoach.
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7
Mr. Muldoon's Partner
When Bart is offered a wish by a "leprechaun," he soon finds himself in a sticky situation. He faces three daunting options: he could end up in jail, ...
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Epitaph for a Gambler
As Bart anxiously awaits his $10,000 IOU, he can't shake an unsettling realization: in the world of gambling, the stakes can lead to deadly consequenc...
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The Maverick Report
After the assassination of the newspaper publisher Bart had taken over, a crooked U.S. Senator retaliates by slapping the Chronicle with a $100,000 li...
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10
Marshal Maverick
Bart finds himself on the brink of tears instead of laughter as he faces off against the wittiest and quickest draw in the West.
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11
The Troubled Heir
Things take a turn for the worse when Bart encounters Pearly Gates and his girlfriend, who swipe Maverick's poker earnings in order to fund their wedd...
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12
The Money Machine
Title: The Cash Creator Plot: Bart finds himself in hot water after investing a large sum in a cash-generating device. Meanwhile, his cousin, Kathy B...
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13
One of Our Trains is Missing
Title: A Train Heist in the Making Plot: In an effort to rekindle a young girl's love story, Bart unexpectedly finds himself entangled in an audaciou...
