After a rogue band of Pinkerton detectives led by ruthless Charley Siringo bushwhacks reformed outlaw Frank James, he seeks sanctuary on the Ponderosa with the next generation of Cartwrights and his former Civil War compatriots. Will Frank's comrades come to his aid or turn their backs on him? Richard Roundtree also stars in this made-for-TV sequel to the popular Western series.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Leonard NimoyFrank James | Frank James |
 Ben JohnsonBronc Evans | Bronc Evans |
 Jack ElamBuckshot | Buckshot |
 Richard RoundtreeJacob | Jacob |
 Dennis FarinaCharley Siringo | Charley Siringo |
 Dirk BlockerFenster | Fenster |
 Michael Landon Jr.Benjamin 'Benj' Cartwright | Benjamin 'Benj' Cartwright |
 Emily WarfieldSara Cartwright | Sara Cartwright |
 Brian LecknerJosh Cartwright | Josh Cartwright |
| JJeff PhillipsAdam 'A.C.' Cartwright Jr. | Adam 'A.C.' Cartwright Jr. |
| SSonia SatraAnnie Stewart | Annie Stewart |
 James KarenMr. Stewart | Mr. Stewart |
 Ted MarklandCole | Cole |
| GGordon Jennison NoiceBlack Jack | Black Jack |
 Kenny CallMears | Mears |
| BBill YarbroughLucas | Lucas |