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A former actor poses as the son of a wealthy man and gets involved in a murder in which the real son is the suspect.
A young woman is murdered in her apartment, and the police suspect her estranged husband, a hard-drinking ex-convict. However, a determined district attorney believes the husband is innocent and sets out to uncover the real killer. He navigates a web of deceit and hidden motives, facing danger at every turn as he races against time to solve the crime before the wrongly accused man is convicted.
Released during a prolific period for B-movies, 'Midnight Intruder' received moderate attention, praised for its efficient pacing and suspenseful atmosphere within its limited budget. While not a critical darling, it was considered a competent entry in the mystery-thriller genre of the era, offering a satisfactory whodunit for audiences seeking escapism.
Effective suspense and a compelling mystery.
A solid B-movie that delivers on its thriller premise.
Relies on a few twists to keep the audience guessing.
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Arthur Lubin, the director, would go on to become famous for his work with talking animals in films like 'Francis the Talking Mule' and the TV series 'Mister Ed'.
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"Resting" actor, Louis Hayward ("Barry") and his pal "Doc" (J.C. Nugent) are a bit down on their luck when they take shelter in a big house one rainy night. About to leave the next morning, they are spotted by staff who mistake him for the ...