Perry Mason: The Case of the Wicked Wives
Anthony Caruso, an old friend of Perry Mason, comes to Denver on the request of Dee Morrison. She's married to famed photographer David Morrison, who wants to shoot a photo featuring his former models. The tricky thing is that all of his former models are also his former wives. But Dee knows Anthony can convince them to do it which he does. And David shoots them. Later Dee catches David it what appears to be in an inappropriate situation with his assistant. They have an argument and she leaves. Later David is found dead and she's arrested and Anthony defends her. And he suspects it could have been one of the wives
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Plot Summary
Perry Mason takes on the defense of a beautiful woman accused of murdering her wealthy husband. As Mason delves into the case, he uncovers a complex web of deceit involving multiple women with motives and secrets. The investigation leads him to suspect a far more intricate plot than a simple crime of passion, forcing him to unravel the truth before his client is unjustly convicted.
Critical Reception
As part of the long-running Perry Mason movie series, 'The Case of the Wicked Wives' was generally seen as a solid, if familiar, entry. It delivered the expected legal drama and mystery elements that fans of the franchise had come to appreciate, with Raymond Burr providing his consistent, authoritative performance. While not groundbreaking, it was a satisfying conclusion for the character and the series.
What Reviewers Say
- Delivers the classic Perry Mason formula with familiar courtroom drama and intrigue.
- Raymond Burr's final performance as Perry Mason is a memorable capstone to his career.
- A satisfying, if predictable, conclusion to the beloved legal procedural series.
Google audience: Audience reception for this later installment in the Perry Mason movie series typically focused on its comfort in delivering the expected Perry Mason formula. Viewers appreciated the continued presence of Raymond Burr and Barbara Hale, finding the legal intricacies and mystery engaging. However, some noted that the plots had become somewhat formulaic by this point in the series.
Fun Fact
This film marked the final on-screen appearance of Raymond Burr as the iconic Perry Mason, as well as Barbara Hale's final appearance as Della Street.
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