One of My Wives Is Missing
Vacationing in a small town, a frantic Daniel Corban shows up at the local police station, declaring that his wife has disappeared. Corban imperiously demands that the easygoing police inspector drop everything and find his missing spouse. Within a few days, a woman claiming to be his wife shows up, but Corban insists that he's never met the woman before.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy industrialist, seeking to divorce his wife, enlists the help of a private investigator. However, when the wife disappears shortly after, the investigator finds himself embroiled in a complex web of deceit, suspicion, and potential murder. He must unravel the truth behind her vanishing act amidst conflicting alibis and hidden motives.
Critical Reception
While not a widely discussed film, 'One of My Wives Is Missing' is generally seen as a competent, albeit somewhat predictable, made-for-television thriller. Critics at the time noted its suspenseful elements and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Jack Klugman, but some found the plot to be convoluted. Audience reception was moderate, typical for a television crime drama of its era.
What Reviewers Say
- A watchable, if somewhat formulaic, TV mystery.
- Jack Klugman delivers a solid performance as the determined investigator.
- The plot offers twists and turns, though some may find it overly complicated.
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Fun Fact
Laurence Harvey, who plays the industrialist, died of cancer just before the film's release, adding a somber note to its premiere.
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