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Maverick S2E9 — The Thirty-Ninth Star
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Maverick•Season 2•Episode 9

The Thirty-Ninth Star

7.6/10 · 107 votesNov 16, 195849 min

Ranked #18 of 26 in Season 2•−0.4 vs season avg

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A case of mistaken suitcases unfolds into political warfare, leaving Bart the unhappy target of ruthless killers.

Directed byRichard L. Bare
Written byMarion Hargrove
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James Garner

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Bret Maverick

Jack Kelly

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Bart Maverick

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Marion Hargrove

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Richard L. Bare

Richard L. Bare

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Episode Summary

"The Thirty-Ninth Star" is episode 9 of Maverick season 2. It scored 7.6/10 from 107 votes, ranking #18 of 26 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by Richard L. Bare and written by Marion Hargrove, it aired on November 16, 1958.

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