The Rifleman

The Rifleman channel on Pluto TV streams the classic American television series set in the 1880s United States frontier. Starring Chuck Connors as Lucas McCain, a widowed rancher and expert marksman, the show is pure 1950s TV, tight 30-minute episodes, moral lessons wrapped in horse operas, and Connors' iconic carbine action. Pluto runs the series in repeating cycles, so you can jump in anytime and catch the familiar opening theme or a random episode. The black-and-white visuals hold up better than you'd expect, and the show's focus on father-son dynamics gives it a warmth missing from grittier westerns. It's a comfort watch, not a revelation. Production values are low-budget by modern standards, standing sets, recurring villain actors, obvious backlot exteriors, but that's part of its charm. For fans of classic TV or anyone curious about pre-color television storytelling, this channel delivers exactly what it promises. No frills, no interruptions, just Connors shooting from the hip and raising Mark.