Count the Hours!

A former attorney, haunted by a past case, gets drawn into a new investigation when a wealthy businessman's wife disappears. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, blackmail, and a potential murder plot. The stakes escalate as he races against time to solve the mystery before he becomes the next victim.

Count the Hours! was a modest B-movie production that received a mixed to positive reception from critics of its time. While not a major critical success, it was praised for its taut pacing and effective noir atmosphere. Audience reception was generally favorable for its genre elements.

• Praised for its engaging mystery and classic film noir elements.
• Appreciated for its competent direction and suspenseful storytelling.
• Noted as a solid, albeit formulaic, entry in the crime thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment for similar B-movie noirs of the era suggests appreciation for atmospheric thrillers with straightforward, engaging plots.

The film was originally released as 'The Lawless' and later re-edited and re-released as 'Count the Hours!' to capitalize on a different marketing angle.