Bonanza - S04E01: The First Born

Name: The First Born
Genre: Western, Action & Adventure, Drama, Family
Released: 1962-09-23
Duration: 49 min

Sep 23, 1962Western, Action & Adventure, Drama, FamilySeason 4, Episode 1

Clay Stafford signs on to work for the Cartwrights and shortly afterwards shoots and kills a man who accuses him of cheating at poker. The miners warn Clay to leave town, but it appears he killed in self-defense. Surprisingly, he tells Little Joe that he is his half-brother, and Marie was his mother. Ben listens to his story and takes his word for it, but Adam and Hoss think he should wire the judge in New Orleans to confirm Clay's real identity. Meanwhile, Clay and Joe develop a close relationship, but the vengeful miners still want Clay out of Virginia City and their first warning, is when Joe is beaten up by them. Ultimately, Clay decides life on the ranch is not for him.

Cast: Lorne Greene, Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker, Michael Landon

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Bonanza S04E01 Synopsis

Stream Bonanza "The First Born" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1962-09-23, this episode is part of Season 4 of Bonanza. Featuring performances from Lorne Greene, Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker among the cast. With a runtime of 49m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Western and Action & Adventure series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Clay Stafford signs on to work for the Cartwrights and shortly afterwards shoots and kills a man who accuses him of cheating at poker. The miners warn Clay to leave town, but it appears he killed in self-defense. Surprisingly, he tells Little Joe t...