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 Waltons · S1, E4

The Hunt

John Boy has mixed feelings about his first Turkey Hunt, he wants to prove that he is a man and can provide for the family, but at the same time doesn't want to take the life of a living creature.
Gunsmoke · S12, E29

Nitro

A down on his luck drifter is offered a dangerous, but profitable job.
Best Of I Married Joan · S3, E23

The Lady and the Prizefighter

A lost bet prompts Joan to stage a charity boxing match for her women's club.
Gunsmoke · S12, E28

Nitro

A lovesick, penniless transient embarks on a lucrative but perilous career, boiling nitroglycerine off dynamite for a gang of robbers.
Best Of I Married Joan · S2, E23

Home of the Week

Joan has the house placed in the local paper's Home of the Week feature.

James Nusser

Guest Appearances