Story dissecting life in a rural community. Doney Oatman. John Jr.: Peter Donat. Jack: Jim Antonio. Terry: Jeff Conaway. Joe Ed: Joe Penny. Robbie Jean: Tisch Raye. Billy: Peter Masterson. Kate: Joanna Miles. Dossie: Lola Albright. Josie: Michele Carey. Val: Ed Power. Filmed in California. Directed by Glenn Jordan.