Tombstone Territory

Deputy Charlie fatally shoots Sam Brewster's son in self‑defence, igniting a confrontation. When the sheriff later meets Brewster's men, the sole supporter he finds is Curly Bill Brocius, who steps forward to stand with the lawman despite the odds against him.

is a programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the genre of a scripted drama, offering a self‑contained story that unfolds over its runtime. The central incident revolves around the shooting of Sam Brewster’s son. Deputy Charlie fires the fatal shot, claiming it was an act of self‑defence. This event sets the stage for a tense showdown when the sheriff later comes face‑to‑face with Brewster’s men. During that confrontation, the sheriff finds himself largely isolated. While Brewster’s followers are prepared to challenge him, only one figure steps forward to offer support – Curly Bill Brocius. Brocius’s decision to stand beside the sheriff highlights a rare moment of loyalty amidst the surrounding hostility. The episode therefore pivots on two key moments: the self‑defensive killing that ignites the conflict, and Curly Bill’s solitary backing of the lawman when the two sides finally meet. These scenes drive the narrative forward, underscoring the precarious balance between personal allegiance and the broader pressures exerted by Brewster’s gang.