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Walking Tall

Sheriff Buford Pusser enforces law and order in McNeal County, Tennessee, with the support of his close-knit family, dedicated team, and trusty "pacifier" club.

The story follows Sheriff Buford Pusser, a powerful and intimidating law enforcement officer, as he maintains order in McNairy County, Tennessee, with his trusty 4-foot club. Despite his fearsome reputation, he is despised by local outlaws. After his wife's tragic death in a failed assassination attempt, Buford must care for his two children, Michael and Dwana, with the help of his father Carl, while seeking justice against the criminals responsible for his wife's murder.

Episodes:

Episode 3 Kidnapped

3. Kidnapped

Aired: Jan 31, 1981

In the next thrilling episode, a daring bank heist takes a personal turn when...

Episode 4 Hitman

4. Hitman

Aired: Feb 7, 1981

A childhood friend turned ruthless assassin is hired to take down Sheriff Pus...

Episode 5 Company Town

5. Company Town

Aired: Feb 14, 1981

A mining community is plunged into panic when a vocal critic of the industry'...

Episode 6 Deadly Impact

6. Deadly Impact

Aired: Mar 24, 1981

In the next episode, a catastrophic toxic waste dump disaster sets off a chai...

Episode 7 The Fire Within

7. The Fire Within

Aired: Mar 31, 1981

A priest's discovery of a gunrunning ring creates a moral dilemma, as he must...

Info about Walking Tall

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Genres:Drama, Crime, Action