This Man Dawson
This Man Dawson is a syndicated drama television series starring Keith Andes as a former United States Marine Corps colonel hired to clean up police corruption in an undisclosed American city. The thirty-three episodes, in which Andes portrayed Chief Frank Dawson, aired during the 1959-1960 television season. The series was partly inspired by Andes’s Universal Studios film Damn Citizen, in which he played crusading Louisiana State Police Superintendent Francis C. Grevemberg. The program narrator is the late William Conrad, formerly the voice on the radio version of Gunsmoke and later the star of CBS's Cannon detective series. The black and white half-hour series was filmed by Ziv, later part of MGM Television.
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Plot Summary
A British businessman, seeking to escape his past, finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of espionage and murder. As he tries to go straight, his old associates and a mysterious woman pull him back into a world of double-crosses and intrigue. He must uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim of a deadly conspiracy.
Critical Reception
This low-budget British noir was a modest release, garnering some attention for its atmospheric tension and competent performances, particularly from its lead actors. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated by genre fans for its classic noir elements and intriguing plot.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark and suspenseful atmosphere.
- Often noted for its competent direction and acting within its budget constraints.
- Some found the plot convoluted but ultimately engaging.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in black and white, a common practice for the era, which significantly contributed to its film noir aesthetic and suspenseful mood.
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