James Nusser

James Nusser was an American film and television actor. He was known for playing the recurring role of town drunk Louis Pheeters in the American western television series Gunsmoke from 1961 to 1970. Nusser was born in Ohio.

The Fugitive · S2, E28

A.P.B.

Escaped convicts take Kimble hostage aboard a freight train; guests Paul Richards, Lou Antonio.
Gunsmoke aka Marshal Dillon · S8, E19

The Cousin

Matt's foster brother, an ex-convict, is torn between family bonds and his gang of criminals.
Gunsmoke aka Marshal Dillon · S6, E6

The Peace Officer

A nearby town wants Matt's help in getting rid of its corrupt sheriff.
Gunsmoke aka Marshal Dillon · S2, E32

Cheap Labor

An ex-gunman must fight his girl's bullying brother if he wants to marry her.
Gunsmoke aka Marshal Dillon · S9, E12

The Magician

A medicine man and his daughter find tragedy in Dodge City during a card game gone wrong.
Gunsmoke aka Marshal Dillon · S8, E25

Anybody Can Kill a Marshal

Bank robbers hire a man to kill Matt for $200 so that they can perform their heist.

James Nusser

Guest Appearances