Wagon Train - S08E02: The Hide Hunters

Name: The Hide Hunters
Genre: Western, Drama, Family
Released: 1964-09-27
Duration: 1 h

Sep 27, 1964Western, Drama, FamilySeason 8, Episode 2

Hide hunters, hunters who kill buffalo for their hides only, have temporarily joined up with the wagon train. One of their number, Gib Ryker, is a sociopath who enjoys antagonizing young Barnaby West. With the train desperately needing fresh meat, Cooper Smith, along with Barnaby, sets off with the hide hunters to look for buffalo. Along the way Gib continues to bait Barnaby, much to Coop's dismay until Barnaby is forced to defend himself, with disastrous results. Now Barnaby has to face Gib's brother Zach, who's out for revenge.

Cast: John McIntire, Robert Fuller, Michael Burns, Frank McGrath, Terry Wilson

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Wagon Train S08E02 Synopsis

Stream Wagon Train "The Hide Hunters" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1964-09-27, this episode is part of Season 8 of Wagon Train. Featuring performances from John McIntire, Robert Fuller, Michael Burns among the cast. As part of this Western and Drama series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Hide hunters, hunters who kill buffalo for their hides only, have temporarily joined up with the wagon train. One of their number, Gib Ryker, is a sociopath who enjoys antagonizing young Barnaby West. With the train desperately needing fresh meat, Co...