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In the end, the primary roles were all recast, with Arness taking the lead role of Marshal Matt Dillon ( on the recommendation of Wayne, who also introduced the pilot ); Dennis Weaver playing Chester Goode ; Milburn Stone being cast as Dr. G. " Doc " Adams ( later Galen " Doc " Adams ); and Amanda Blake taking on the role of Miss Kitty Russell.

MacDonnell became the associate producer of the TV show and later the producer.

Meston was named head writer.