The Drifter

Overview

This episode recounts in flashback how the Virginian came to Shiloh Ranch. The Virginian comes to Medicine Bow and first works for Miles Peterson (Leif Erickson) whose spread is run by ranch foreman Hugh Stager (Michael Forest). Stager tries to gain control of the ranch by romancing Peterson's daughter Maria (Mariette Hartley) and plotting to remove Peterson and blame it on Judge Garth. However, he has not reckoned on the Virginian and his growing friendship with Judge Garth.

Guest Stars

Leif Erickson

Peterson

Frank Albertson

Sheriff Webb

Michael Forest

Hugh Stager

Gregg Palmer

Sunday

Mariette Hartley

Maria Peterson

Tyler McVey

Matthew Barclay