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The five deputies of Matt Dillon on the television show Gunsmoke were Chester Goode, Festus Haggen, Thad Greenwood, Newly O'Brien and Quint Asper.

Chester Goode played by Dennis Weaver was the first deputy hired by Matt Dillon and stayed on the show for the entire 20 seasons. He was a dependable and loyal deputy who had a distinctive laugh.

Festus Haggen played by Ken Curtis was a deputy that replaced Chester in season 8. Festus was a rough and tumble man with a strong moral compass.

Thad Greenwood played by Roger Ewing was Matt Dillon's third deputy. He was hired in season 11 and was a young lawman who was eager to prove himself.

Newly O'Brien played by Buck Taylor was a deputy hired in season 14. He was a good-natured young man who always had a smile on his face.

Quint Asper played by Burt Reynolds was the fifth and final deputy hired by Matt Dillon in season 18. He was a strong, brave and independent deputy who was always willing to take on the toughest cases.

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