Lawman
originally aired on ABC
The series was set in Laramie, Wyoming, during 1879 and the 1880s. It starred John Russell as Marshal Dan Troop and Peter Brown as Deputy Marshal Johnny McKay. Russell and Brown were joined by Peggie Castle as Lily Merrill, the owner of the Birdcage Saloon.
Dan Troop leaves Abilene, Kansas, for the town of Laramie, Wyoming. He is offered the town marshal's job after the previous marshal, David Lemp, is murdered. During season one, Troop teaches Johnny the fundamentals of law enforcement. Frequently, while Troop is pursuing outlaws, Johnny remains behind to guard the town.