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Maverick S3E21 — The People's Friend
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Maverick•Season 3•Episode 21

The People's Friend

7.6/10 · 101 votesFeb 7, 196051 min

Ranked #18 of 26 in Season 3•−0.2 vs season avg

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Bart Maverick is running for office, he is a sure candidate for U.S. Senate. Bart's political ambition has some town's people out for his blood. His opponents will go to any length to stifle his political aspirations; they threathen his life. Fearful of his opponents,

Directed byLeslie Goodwins
Written byRobert Vincent Wright
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James Garner

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Bret Maverick

Jack Kelly

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Bart Maverick

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Leslie Goodwins

Leslie Goodwins

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Robert Vincent Wright

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Episode Summary

"The People's Friend" is episode 21 of Maverick season 3. It scored 7.6/10 from 101 votes, ranking #18 of 26 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Leslie Goodwins and written by Robert Vincent Wright, it aired on February 7, 1960.

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