The KCTV News Collection - Gunsmoke’s Festus Visits San Angelo (1968)

Duration: 3:23

Year Published: 1968

Format: 16mm

Sound: silent

Description: This silent news footage from the KCTV News Collection captures scenes of actor Ken Curtis, best known for his role as Festus on Gunsmoke, visiting San Angelo. In character as Festus, Curtis visits Rio Concho Manor, a senior adult living center, where he signs autographs and charms the women. Later scenes include Curtis arriving in San Angelo at Mathis Field to crowds of fans holding signs for Festus in anticipation of his arrival.