Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman: The Movie is the first made-for-TV movie of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.
As Colorado Springs' Commissioner, Sully opposes a deal to mine for copper to make electricity. In order to sway Sully's decision, Mr. Garrick threatens Sully. Sully and Michaela's daughter, Katie, is kidnapped while the town celebrates Michaela's birthday. The search for Katie takes Sully, Michaela, and their friends on an adventure through Mexico that is filled with danger at every turn.
This episode provides examples of:
- Made-for-TV Movie: The first (and final) one for the series.
- Mama Bear: Michaela goes with Sully to rescue Katie.
- Papa Wolf: Sully goes with Michaela to rescue Katie.
- Post-Script Season: The first of two made-for-TV movies produced after the final season.