Death Valley Days
A long-running Western series set in Death Valley showcases frontier tales and local folklore, sponsored by a mining company that once operated in the region.
- 1952-1970
- 18 seasons
- Rhino Home Video
- Action & Adventure
- TV-PG
A long-running Western series set in Death Valley showcases frontier tales and local folklore, sponsored by a mining company that once operated in the region.
Season 10 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 1961 - 1962
Episode 1
Queen of Spades
Mon, Oct 2, 1961 25 mins
Mary Kileen likes the attention of as many men as possible and enjoys it even more when they physically fight over her. But Mary goes too far when someone is killed because of her and she encourages it to happen again.
Episode 2
The Holdup-Proof Safe
Mon, Oct 2, 1961 25 mins
The holdup-proof safe in Gus Lammerson's store proves anything but.
Episode 3
Lieutenant Bungle
Mon, Oct 2, 1961 25 mins
Lieutenant Ross is known for his inept ways around the fort and gets the nickname Bungle. But when his commanding officer and fellow troopers are trapped by hostile Indians it's up to Ross to save them.
Episode 4
The Third Passenger
Mon, Oct 2, 1961 25 mins
A stray dog arrives in town and becomes loyal to Bill Gentry who is courting Susan Sayres. When her father Lewis is murdered, Bill is suspected, with the only witness being the dog who recalls both past kindnesses and injustices.
Episode 5
Trial by Fear
Mon, Oct 2, 1961 25 mins
Two hoods see a way to fatten their wallets when they overhear a conversation among wealthy businessmen.
Episode 6
Alias James Stuart
Fri, Oct 13, 1961 25 mins
Jansen's store is robbed by James Stuart and Jansen is knifed. A man is arrested who bears an uncanny resemblance to James Stuart, but the arrestee claims to be Thomas Burdue. Jansen dies before he can identify the robber, and the remainder of this story centers on the trial of the arrestee. Is this man James Stuart or is he Thomas Burdue? Only Mrs. James Stuart knows.
Episode 7
Storm Over Truckee
Mon, Oct 23, 1961 25 mins
Maggie Woolf is taking her father to Truckee, when a storm hits. While taking refuge in an abandoned cabin, they are set upon by two outlaws on the run from a posse.
Episode 8
The Treasure of Elk Creek Canyon
Mon, Oct 30, 1961 25 mins
When the Reynolds brothers hold up Abe Williamson's stagecoach, they discover that there are no passengers. Instead they steal everything that driver Williamson has --- 15 cents. Williamson hunts down the outlaw brothers to retrieve the stolen money.
Episode 9
A Bullet for the D.A.
Mon, Nov 13, 1961 25 mins
Belle has settled down to a respectable life but resents people in authority and how her husband is treated. When asked to recreate a famous stage robbery for a celebration Belle plots revenge against Judge Clayton.
Episode 10
The Watch
Mon, Dec 4, 1961 25 mins
Pegarski is mistreated by mine manager Short in a rivalry over beautiful Mary Parker, but a cave in alters the situation with the better man triumphant as Mary holds vigil for her loved one.
Episode 11
Miracle at Boot Hill
Mon, Dec 11, 1961 25 mins
A stranger arrives in town promising he can resurrect the dead which worries Bill Groat. He realizes if the claim is true his murderous ways will be revealed.
Episode 12
The Truth Teller
Mon, Jan 1, 1962 25 mins
The story of the Medicine Lodge Indian Peace Treaty.
Episode 13
A Sponge Full of Vinegar
Mon, Jan 15, 1962 25 mins
In Totem, Idaho, townspeople have grown tired of Dorsey Bilger (Lloyd Corrigan), a teller of tall tales.
Episode 14
Experiment in Fear
Thu, Jan 25, 1962 25 mins
Whe oulaws kill an Indian elder and steal his horses the agent sends Two Horses after them. But the Navajos are not allowed to be armed so when his quarry captures him, Two Horses must use psychology to reverse the situation.
Episode 15
Miracle at Whiskey Gulch
Fri, Jan 26, 1962 25 mins
Reverend Joel Todd arrives in the wild frontier town of Whiskey Gulch with intentions of making it more civilized. Armed only with a bible he meets opposition from citizens who like the way things are.
Episode 16
Feud at Dome Rock
Mon, Jan 29, 1962 25 mins
Fred Curry and Jesse Blount have filed claims to the same mine, and they're prepared to settle the matter with gunplay.
Episode 17
Justice at Jackson Creek
Tue, Jan 30, 1962 25 mins
A lawyer who turned to the bottle is ostracized when he refuses to help a miner.
Episode 18
Preacher with a Past
Thu, Feb 1, 1962 25 mins
Notorious outlaw John Wesley Hardin has ended his murderous ways and attempts to start his new life as a minister. No one in town suspects his past, than a member of his old gang arrives and threatens to expose him unless he's paid off.
Episode 19
Abel Duncan's Dying Wish
Sat, Feb 3, 1962 25 mins
Abel Duncan is dying and his last request is for an ordained minister to preside over his funeral. His friends create a touchy situation when both a rabbi and a priest are brought to town with both groups wanting their person to have the honor.
Episode 20
Matter of Honor
Mon, Feb 12, 1962 25 mins
Lieutenant Benson's fiance likes the finer things in life but an army pay isn't enough to provide them. She tries to persuade Benson to sell military secrets in a scheme to get more money. The officer must decide what is more important.
Episode 21
The Breaking Point
Thu, Mar 1, 1962 25 mins
Dave Meiser learns that when it comes to greed there aren't many one can trust. Someone Dave considers a very good friend decides to swindle him out of his share of a potentially lucrative mine.
Episode 22
Girl with a Gun
Thu, Mar 8, 1962 25 mins
Marshal Hobe Martin is trying to keep young Jenny from following in the ways of her outlaw father. But his effort isn't wanted as Jenny takes up with a gang member which leads to a deputy's murder. Hobe is determined to bring the killers to justice.
Episode 23
Way Station
Fri, Mar 9, 1962 25 mins
Jason Barnes takes a job with a railroad with a plan to advance quickly. He romances the company president's daughter Cynthia and plans to marry her until someone else has a different idea for his future.
Episode 24
The Unshakable Man
Sun, May 6, 1962 25 mins
The story of Amadeo Gianni and his creating of the Bank of America from a small institution to the largest financial savings in the world. A major focus is surviving the ruin of San Francisco during the 1906 earthquake.
Episode 25
Showdown at Kamaaina Flats
Tue, May 15, 1962 25 mins
Jeremy is a crew member on a blackbirding ship thats capture and enslaves native people. He objects to the captain who sends him into the Hawaiian mountains to retrieve escapees. Jeremy finds a way to defy plus redeem himself.
Episode 26
La Tules
Mon, May 21, 1962 25 mins
Sante Fe faces an invasion by the American army and its citizens are heading south for the protection of the Mexican forces. But the strong willed Las Tules makes a case for standing up to the soldiers and refuses to leave.