The Lone Lawman

Cue the mistimed hoofbeats and runaway gunshots - Wooton's sound effects nearly derail the show as Whit and the gang put a Kids' Radio western on the air. In the tale, Jefferson Grant is the lone survivor of a stagecoach ambush, and as the Lone Lawman he vows to bring Deadwood Joe's gang to justice... though a pastor warns him that justice without mercy is just revenge. Meanwhile young Percy O'Toole, orphaned and about to lose his family ranch, is desperate enough to help the gang rob a bank. But when the outlaws turn on Percy, tie him up, and set his house ablaze, the Lawman must choose: catch the crooks or save the boy. Jefferson charges into the flames, rescues Percy, and still recovers the gold - though Deadwood Joe slips away. Percy finds mercy from the judge and a new home with the pastor, and the Lone Lawman rides on, with justice and mercy now riding together.

Found on Club Season 1 Album 57½ · 12 episodes

The run See every episode

2 of 2 0740 The Launch An American veterinarian's mission to save cattle in Uganda draws Whit and Wooton into the middle of a generations-old feud between two warring tribes.

0741 In a Kingdom Far Away When Camilla fears that sinning on purpose might use up God's patience, Whit spins a fairy tale about a young duchess whose kingdom turns against her - and hides a lesson about love that doesn't run out.

0742 Drake the Cosmic Copper A hard-boiled space detective goes undercover to expose a mysterious alien sect - but nothing they say is quite what it sounds like.

1 of 2 0743 Mission: Unaccomplished When the Parker family arrives in Kenya eager to serve, relentless rains and mounting mishaps unravel every plan they made - until an unexpected crisis reveals who is truly needed.

2 of 2 0744 Mission: Unaccomplished A family serving in Kenya scrambles to raise the money for a gravely ill friend's surgery, discovering that their smallest sacrifices may matter more than their biggest plans.

0745 Like a Good Neighbor When a rash of neighborhood break-ins reveals how little the residents of Odyssey know each other, Olivia sets out - brownies in hand - to discover what it really means to love your neighbor.

0746 The Lone Lawman When a Kids' Radio western goes on the air, a lone survivor of a stagecoach ambush must decide what it truly means to pursue justice.

0747 Thirty Jays Hath September Two boys' after-hours scheme at Whit's End goes wrong, earning them thirty days of mandatory kindness that neither expects to matter.

0748 The Perfect Gift When a church maintenance man dies leaving behind a garbled videotape, a stuffed penguin, and a trail of cryptic clues, Whit and his friends set out to unravel the secret of a quiet man's final gift.

0749 The Drop Box While visiting South Korea, Whit and Eugene give up their vacation to help a pastor build a safe haven for abandoned babies - only to find the refuge itself under threat.

0750 All By Myself After a powerful spiritual experience, Penny sets out to recreate it alone in the mountains - just as a blizzard rolls in and her friends need her most.

1 of 14 0751 The Ties That Bind An early release, a mysterious key, and a surprise contest winner set three Odyssey households on a collision course with big decisions and unexpected arrivals.

2 of 14 0752 The Ties That Bind While minding the antique shop, Jason uncovers a mystery in an old key - and all across Odyssey, unexpected visitors and difficult decisions begin to reshape the lives of his friends.

Featured characters

Minor characters & crew 9 more roles

9 supporting roles

Bank Teller Andre Stojka Sheriff Bill Will Ryan Brian McCarthy Cullen McCarthy Pastor (e) Andre Stojka Jefferson Grant Townsend Coleman Deadwood Joe Will Ryan Percy O'Toole Cullen McCarthy Lefty Righty Tighty Steve Eastin Old Timer Jess Harnell

Made by

Chris Anthony Host Robert G. Lee Writer Dave Arnold Director · Executive Producer Nathan Jones Sound Designer Nathan Hoobler Producer

The story

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Whit, Eugene, and Wooton prepare a Kids’ Radio western with Jason, Red Hollard, and Brian McCarthy. Wooton supplies the sound effects, although several mistimed noises turn the rehearsal into a comedy of slamming doors, galloping horses, and misplaced gunshots. Once everyone is ready, the tale of the Lone Lawman begins.

Jefferson Grant is the only survivor after Deadwood Joe’s gang ambushes a stagecoach carrying gold. Calling himself the Lone Lawman, he sets out to bring the outlaws to justice. A pastor warns him that justice must be joined with mercy and reminds him that vengeance belongs to God, but Jefferson insists that he seeks justice rather than revenge.

Deadwood Joe and his partner Lefty have recruited young Percy O’Toole to help them rob a bank. Percy’s parents have died of fever, and he fears losing their ranch because the mortgage is due. Although desperation has drawn him into the gang, he objects when Deadwood threatens an elderly man during the robbery. The bank teller recognizes Percy’s voice, placing the young rancher in even greater danger.

The gang hides at Percy’s ranch, but Deadwood and Lefty turn on him. They tie him up, set the house on fire, and leave the Lone Lawman with a cruel choice: chase the outlaws or save Percy. Jefferson abandons the pursuit and rushes into the burning house. With help from his horse, Thunder, he breaks Percy free, while the pastor and sheriff arrive in time to help save most of the house and barn.

Jefferson resumes the chase, captures Lefty, and recovers the stolen gold, though Deadwood Joe escapes. The pastor offers Percy a home with him and his wife. The sheriff, who also serves as judge, believes that justice in Percy’s case is better served by mercy than punishment, leaving the young man with hope for a new beginning. The Lone Lawman rides on after Deadwood with justice and mercy guiding his pursuit.

After the broadcast, Brian asks about Percy, who had been pressured into the robbery. Whit explains that mercy means not receiving a punishment that is deserved, while grace means receiving a blessing that is not deserved. Percy has been shown both. Wooton, exhausted from producing every hoofbeat and crash, is happy to trade the Wild West for milkshakes with his friends.