Bonanza (1959)

Episode Overview

Aaron Gore, a brutal and alcoholic rancher with a deep-seated racism, begins to menace the wife of Ben's friend, whom he has employed as a horse trainer. This stunning Sioux woman forms a bond with Gore's son, who is frequently subjected to his father's violent outbursts. In a twisted attempt to make her regret her connection to his son, Gore resorts to horrific tactics that reveal the depths of his cruelty.