Season 2 · Episode 16

The Runaway Caboose

Season
Season 2
Episode
16 (39 overall)
First aired
February 11, 1976
Network
NBC

Who’s in it: Charles IngallsLauraMaryMr. Edwards

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What happens

Mary, Laura and their friend Carl sneak a ride on the railroad, and their adventure turns terrifying when the caboose they're in breaks loose and rolls down the track.

Charles and Mr. Edwards race against time to stop the runaway car before it collides with an oncoming train. Pure action-adventure, Walnut Grove style.

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