Stoney Burke
Stoney Burke is an American western television series broadcast on ABC from October 1, 1962 until May 20, 1963. Six years before the premiere of his CBS crime drama, Hawaii Five-0, Jack Lord starred in the title role.
Cast: Jack Lord, Bruce Dern, Warren Oates
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Season 1
32 episodes
- 1. PilotHarland Bristol is the reigning saddle bronc champ. Getting ready to ride Megaton, Harland is critically injured when the rank bronc rears up and slams him into the chute wall. Unfortunately, Stoney Burke was helping out - holding Megaton's head. Harland's brother Cody and his best friend E.J. Stoker blame Stoney for Harland's death. The episode introduces us to the principal characters, establishes themes sewn throughout the series, and gives hints to the eventual outcome. Thematic examples include forgiveness; Cody and E.J. go from wanting Stoney hurt for Harland's death to being his best friends and constant companions. We learn what a sleaze the character of Ves Painter is, and the attendant friction - approach/avoidance - represented by Ves and Stoney's difficult relationship. Stoney falls for Hamilton's girl (much younger than he) and seems willing to give it all up for her. She, however is smarter - or more mature than Stoney and realizes that if he does not go for the buckle -B-15CCOct 1, 1962
- 2. Fight NightAn old political fight between two small-county commissioners causes the delay of Stoney and the rodeo from getting to the next venue, resulting in the death of one of the cowboys. The Police Commissioner wants his charity boxing match to run on the same night as the Health Commissioner's charity rodeo. Thugs in the employ of one of the boxers pays Ves Painter to help disrupt the rodeo.B-15CCOct 8, 1962
- 3. Child of LuxuryHell's fury is unleashed when Stoney scorns the affections of a spoiled rich girl whose daddy is the town's power broker.B-15CCOct 15, 1962
- 4. Point of HonorStoney and E.J. notice that local boy Soames Hewitt is drunk, just moments before he is scheduled to ride a dangerous brahma bull.B-15CCOct 22, 1962
- 5. The Mob RidersLocal teen-agers become upset when they discover that the old arena they use for stock car races will be converted into a rodeo IF Stoney Burke agrees to perform there.B-15CCOct 29, 1962
- 6. A Matter of PrideRodeo rider Miller Hill ties himself so tightly to a brahma bull he is riding that he ends up being killed by the animal. His family refuse to accept money that Stoney collects to help them in their hour of need.B-15CCNov 5, 1962
- 7. SidewinderStoney is hit with a lawsuit when the bronc he is riding crashes thru a fence and injures a woman spectator, Loreen Julian.B-15CCNov 12, 1962
- 8. The ScavengerStoney's friendship with Ves is put to the test when Ves is jailed for murder. When a money clip belonging to the dead man is found in Ves' car even Stoney begins to have his doubts. A street bum holds the key, or in this case, a watch, to Ves' salvation. But first,Stoney and the boys must find him.B-15CCNov 19, 1962
- 9. Spin a Golden WebNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCNov 26, 1962
- 10. The WandererNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCDec 3, 1962
- 11. Five by EightNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCDec 10, 1962
- 12. BandwagonNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCDec 17, 1962
- 13. Cousin EuniceCloris Leachman plays Eunice Stocker, E.J.'s cousin. She wants E.J. to train her to be a rodeo trick rider.B-15CCDec 24, 1962
- 14. Gold Plated MaverickA rich man, Byron Latimer, wants Stoney to help him tame his out of control teen-age son, David.B-15CCJan 7, 1963
- 15. Death Rides a Pale HorseStoney must compete against an emotionally disturbed bronc rider.B-15CCJan 14, 1963
- 16. King of the HillNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCJan 21, 1963
- 17. A Matter of PercentageNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCJan 28, 1963
- 18. Image of GloryNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCFeb 4, 1963
- 19. Cat's EyesA fellow rodeo rider and friend of Stoney's is killed during a ride. Before he dies, he asks Stoney to take care of his girlfriend. But the dead man's brother blames her for his death and calls her a jinx, as this is the second time a man she cared for has died. She comes to believe she is a jinx herself.B-15CCFeb 11, 1963
- 20. Webb of FearStoney experiences a series of accidents at the rodeo arena. He then begins receiving threatening phone calls. Ves becomes convinced that the ""accidents"" were not accidental afterall.B-15CCFeb 18, 1963
- 21. Point of EntryStoney and the boys cross into Mexico for some rest and relaxation. Stoney falls for a mysterious woman(Antoinette Bower). Unfortunately, she only wants to use Stoney as an alibi for her involvement in the assassination of a European diplomat.B-15CCMar 4, 1963
- 22. To Catch the KaiserNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCMar 11, 1963
- 23. JobyNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCMar 18, 1963
- 24. Forget No MoreNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCMar 25, 1963
- 25. Color Him LuckyNo synopsis available yet.B-15CCApr 1, 1963
- 26. Weapons ManDuring an exhibition of Indian archery, a government official is killed.B-15CCApr 8, 1963
- 27. Kelly's PlaceThe boys take Stoney to a fancy club for his birthday. He meets the owner and singer who is having a few problems with her boyfriend and partner. Will spending time with Stoney help put things back where they belong?B-15CCApr 15, 1963
- 28. KincaidSgt. Andy Kincaid runs a center for boys who keep getting into trouble. The rodeo comes to the city and Stoney and the kids are asked to help with ticket sales. One of the kids thinks it's a great idea—he's planning on keeping the money for himself.B-15CCApr 22, 1963
- 29. A Girl Named AmyAmy Jensen is in charge of the Caldwell College Student Rodeo. She volunteered for the job because she's got a very serious crush on family friend Stoney. Amy has visions of wedding bells, but Stoney may have other ideas.B-15CCApr 29, 1963
- 30. Tigress by the TailSpoiled Donna Weston wants it all but is so far in debt she can't see daylight. Her late father once saved Stoney's life and he feels obligated to help Donna, but she's more than he can afford.B-15CCMay 6, 1963
- 31. The TestWhen the shoot gate won't open, Stoney gets trampled by a bronc. He should only have a concussion, but he can't move his legs. The doctors can't find a reason for it, but it keeps him from the National Finals and may keep him from riding ever again.B-15CCMay 13, 1963
- 32. The JourneyStoney is unable to ride at the World Championship Rodeo because of a badly injured hand. Desperate for money to send to his folks and hitting bottom, he takes a job delivering horses to the slaughter house. One of the horses turns out to be Megaton. Stoney takes a good hard look at where he's headed—and the slaughter house isn't it.B-15CCMay 20, 1963
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Stoney Burke is an American western television series broadcast on ABC from October 1, 1962 until May 20, 1963. Six years before the premiere of his CBS crime drama, Hawaii Five-0, Jack Lord starred in the title role.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Leslie Stevens
- Cast
- Jack Lord, Bruce Dern, Warren Oates
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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