Little House on the Prairie Season 8 Episode 16

Overview
Hester Sue’s ex-husband, Sam, comes to town. He tells Hester Sue that he was no longer a drinker and a gambler. Hester Sue believes he has changed and soon decides to marry him. Hester Sue learns the truth about Sam when his wife and kids come and warn Hester Sue that Sam is still a drinker and gambler.
Director: Maury Dexter
Guest Star: Allison Balson, Brenda Turnbaugh, Dabbs Greer, Jason Bateman, Jonathan Gilbert, Ketty Lester, Kevin Hagen, Ruth Foster, Wendi Turnbaugh, William Phipps
Episode Title: Second Chance
Air Date: 1982-02-07