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Perry Mason: The Case of the Avenging Ace
Mason defends a man he had sentenced to prison when he was an appellate-court judge. Now, 18 months after the sentencing, a new witness turns up to prove the man's innocence. Mason steps in to defend the man.
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Plot Summary
A retired Air Force Colonel is accused of murdering his former commanding officer. Mason must defend him, uncovering a conspiracy involving stolen military technology and a cover-up that dates back decades. The case leads Mason and Della Street into the dangerous world of military aviation and espionage.
Critical Reception
As part of the successful revival series of Perry Mason TV movies, 'The Case of the Avenging Ace' was generally well-received by audiences who enjoyed the familiar formula of Raymond Burr's iconic defense attorney. Critics noted the continued strong performances from Burr and Hale, and the engaging, albeit predictable, legal drama that had become a hallmark of the series.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its return to classic Perry Mason courtroom drama.
Praised for the consistent chemistry between Raymond Burr and Barbara Hale.
Found to be a solid, if somewhat formulaic, installment in the TV movie series.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this particular TV movie is not readily available, but the Perry Mason revival movies generally appealed to fans of the original series and traditional legal procedurals.
Fun Fact
This was one of the final Perry Mason TV movies produced before Raymond Burr's death in 1993.
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