| Bonanza episode | |
|---|---|
| “The Colonel” | |
| Season 4, Episode 15 #115 in Series | |
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| Air date | January 6, 1963 |
| Production code | |
| Guest starring: | |
| Written by | Preston Wood |
| Directed by | Lewis Allen |
| Episode Guide | |
| Previous Episode: The Jury |
Next Episode: Song in the Dark |
| External links | |
 IMDbThe Colonel on IMDb | |
Summary[]
One of Ben Cartwright's old war buddies who claims to be a business tycoon developing a new territory, woos a wealthy Virginia City widow and jeopardizes a Ponderosa land deal.
Plot[]
Ben's old friend Frank Medford is a chronic liar. When the poor salesman comes to town, he promptly starts exaggerating to make everyone think he's as successful as Mr. Cartwright. Frank's love for Emily Colfax finally convinces him to stop with the fibbing.
Cast and Characters[]
The Cartwrights
- Lorne Green: Ben Cartwright
- Dan Blocker: Hoss Cartwright
- Michael Landon: Little Joe Cartwright
- Pernell Roberts: Adam Cartwright
Other[]
- Betty Endicott: Brunette Wedding Guest
- C. Lindsay Workman: Clerk
- Edward Platt: Will Flanders
- Helen Westcott: Emily Colfax
- John Larkin: Col. Frank Medford
- Martha Manor: Blonde Wedding Guest
- Mary Wickes: Martha
- Phil Chambers: Austin
- Raymond Bailey: Jenner
- Warren J. Kemmerling: Asa Flanders
Notes[]
Did you know?[]
- German episode title: "Mein Freund Colonel Medford", meaning "My Friend, Colonel Medford".