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Nichols

A disillusioned soldier returns to his Arizona hometown, named after his family, and is coerced into becoming Sheriff by the powerful Ketcham clan that dominates the region.

In this film, a war-weary soldier returns to his ancestral hometown in Arizona, only to find himself thrust into the position of Sheriff by the powerful Ketcham family.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Nichols

1. Nichols

Aired: Sep 16, 1971

A disillusioned 18-year-old veteran of the US 7th Cavalry returns to his home...

Episode 2 The Siege

2. The Siege

Aired: Sep 23, 1971

Colonel Alcazar, a Mexican revolutionary, unexpectedly shows up in Nichols to...

Episode 3 The Indian Giver

3. The Indian Giver

Aired: Sep 30, 1971

A mysterious stranger, known as Flying Fox, appears in town, asserting a clai...

Episode 4 Paper Badge

4. Paper Badge

Aired: Oct 7, 1971

The arrival of a renowned actress brings excitement to town, as Joyce Van Pat...

Episode 5 Gulley vs Hansen

5. Gulley vs Hansen

Aired: Oct 14, 1971

The tension between Gulley and Hansen comes to a head, ending in a deadly sho...

Episode 6 Deer Crossing

6. Deer Crossing

Aired: Oct 21, 1971

Apache Juan Garcia, a skilled hunter, is being pursued by U.S. Marshal Ketchu...

Episode 7 The Specialists

7. The Specialists

Aired: Oct 28, 1971

A group of highly trained operatives, led by a brilliant strategist, embark o...

Episode 9 Ketcham Power

9. Ketcham Power

Aired: Nov 11, 1971

A sudden shift in power dynamics sees Ketcham seize control, but a harrowing ...

Episode 10 Bertha

10. Bertha

Aired: Nov 18, 1971

Trapped in a cellar, a former Army veteran and his loyal mule must use their ...

Episode 14 The Marrying Fool

14. The Marrying Fool

Aired: Dec 28, 1971

Nichols faces a difficult decision as he deals with the aftermath of a daring...

Episode 15 Eddie Joe

15. Eddie Joe

Aired: Jan 4, 1972

Uncle Zachariah's sudden visit sets off a chain reaction as he tasks Nichols ...

Episode 16 Zachariah

16. Zachariah

Aired: Jan 11, 1972

A notorious safe cracker mistakenly targets Nichols, drawing him into a compl...

Episode 17 The Unholy Alliance

17. The Unholy Alliance

Aired: Jan 18, 1972

The community of Kansas discovers the news of Homer's passing through a newsp...

Episode 18 Slight of Hand

18. Slight of Hand

Aired: Feb 1, 1972

A former pilot, eerily reminiscent of Ketchum, joins forces with Nichols to h...

Episode 19 Wings of an Angel

19. Wings of an Angel

Aired: Feb 8, 1972

An elderly woman's shocking claims of caring for a wounded Jesse James send s...

Episode 20 About Jessie James

20. About Jessie James

Aired: Feb 15, 1972

Nichols is offered a golden opportunity to make a fortune by hosting a high-s...

Episode 21 Fight of the Century

21. Fight of the Century

Aired: Feb 22, 1972

A cunning serial killer with a history of prison escapes is on the loose, whi...

Episode 22 Man's Best Enemy

22. Man's Best Enemy

Aired: Feb 29, 1972

A daring expedition takes flight as Nichols and his reliable biplane embark o...

Episode 24 All in the Family

24. All in the Family

Aired: Mar 14, 1972

Bertha's daughter returns after 20 years, prompting Bertha to reevaluate her ...

Info about Nichols

Network: NBC

Genres:Drama, Western