Cast: Carl Betz

Direction Joseph M. Newman

Cast Jeanne Crain · Michael Rennie · Max Showalter · Carl Betz

Synopsis Dangerous Crossing (1953) follows the journey of a newlywed woman who embarks on her honeymoon voyage aboard an opulent ocean liner. Her joy is short-lived as she discovers her husband has vanished without a trace. The mystery deepens when no...

Direction Harry Horner

Cast Jeanne Crain · Jean Peters · Richard Boone · Elliott Reid

Synopsis Vicki (1953) follows the gripping tale of a New York socialite whose sudden and tragic death sets off a complex investigation. The story revolves around a dedicated detective who is deeply affected by the case, leading him to delve into...

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast Robert Ryan · Rhonda Fleming · William Lundigan · Larry Keating

Synopsis Inferno (1953) follows the story of a ruthless and ambitious corporate magnate who finds himself in a dire situation after a tragic accident. While on a business trip, he sustains a severe leg injury and is subsequently abandoned in the...

Direction Henry Levin

Cast Susan Hayward · Charlton Heston · John McIntire · Fay Bainter

Synopsis The President's Lady (1953) chronicles the life of President Andrew Jackson, beginning with his formative years and culminating in his union with Rachel Donelson Robards. The narrative delves deeply into the controversy surrounding the legitimacy of their marriage and the...

Direction Louis King

Cast Rory Calhoun · Corinne Calvet · Cameron Mitchell · Penny Edwards

Synopsis Powder River (1953) follows the story of former lawman Chino Bullock, who has retired from his gun-slinging days until tragedy strikes. His prospecting partner is fatally shot, prompting Chino to step back into his role as the town's law enforcer....

Direction Norman Taurog

Cast Elvis Presley · Shelley Fabares · Diane McBain · Dodie Marshall

Synopsis Spinout (1966) follows the thrilling journey of Mike McCoy, a talented band singer and skilled race driver. McCoy finds himself at a crossroads when he must decide between two significant life paths. One option is to marry a stunning and...

Direction Harmon Jones

Cast Jeanne Crain · Dale Robertson · Richard Boone · Lloyd Bridges

Synopsis City of Bad Men (1953) follows the story of notorious outlaw Brett Stanton and his gang, which includes his brother Gar, as they enter Carson City, Nevada. The city is bustling with spectators from far and wide, all eager to...

Direction Michael O'Herlihy · Murray Golden · Arthur Marks · Leo Penn

Cast Monte Markham · Sharon Acker · Albert Stratton · Harry Guardino

Synopsis The New Perry Mason (TV Series) (1973) is a revival of the beloved television series from the 1950s and '60s, focusing on the ingenious defense attorney created by Erle Stanley Gardner. This series brings back the iconic character, Perry Mason,...

Direction Rod Serling · Douglas Heyes · John Meredyth Lucas

Cast Carl Betz · Jeff Corey · Louise Sorel · Michael Blodgett

Synopsis Night Gallery: The Dead Man/The Housekeeper (TV) (1970) presents two chilling tales. In the first segment, Dr. Redford grapples with a peculiar patient, John Fearing, who has the uncanny ability to mimic the symptoms of any disease. Complicating matters further,...

Direction Alf Kjellin

Cast Lloyd Bridges · Janet Leigh · Carl Betz · Leif Erickson

Synopsis The Deadly Dream (1971) follows a scientist who is plagued by recurring nightmares in which he is targeted for assassination by an enigmatic council for an unknown transgression. In his dreams, his spouse and companions are implicated in the plot....

Direction Heather Hill · Robert Myhrum · Robert Scinto · George Taweel

Cast Audrey Peters · Ron Tomme · Peggy McCay · Tirrell Barbery

Synopsis Love of Life (TV Series) (1951) commences in the imaginary town of Barrowsville, New York, chronicling the lives of two vastly different sisters: the patient Vanessa Dale and her antagonistic sibling Meg. Following Meg's departure from the series in the...

Direction Paul Bogart

Cast Carl Betz · Vera Miles · Ruth McDevitt · Jeff Bridges

Synopsis In Search of America (1971) follows the journey of a young man who, after dropping out of college, persuades his family to reassess their aspirations and embark on a transformative adventure. They decide to leave behind their familiar lives and...

Direction Eddie Davis

Cast Carl Betz · Nancy Kwan · Bobby Rydell · Sid Melton

Synopsis That Lady from Peking (1975) follows Max Foster (Carl Betz), an American journalist stationed in Hong Kong, who is tasked with aiding a Russian diplomat seeking asylum. In exchange for facilitating his escape, the diplomat agrees to hand over a...

Direction James Neilson

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Jan Sterling · David Opatoshu · Karl Swenson

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presenta: On the Nose (TV) (1958) follows the story of Fran, a housewife who finds herself in a tight spot due to her gambling addiction. She is under immense pressure to repay a $25 loan by 5 o'clock...

Direction Charles R. Rondeau · Bruce Bilson · Alan Rafkin · Leslie H. Martinson

Cast Stuart Margolin · Mary Grover · Barbara Minkus · Michael Callan

Synopsis Love American Style (TV Series) (1969) is a classic anthology comedy series that showcases a rotating cast of renowned celebrity guest stars. Each episode is divided into multiple short stories or vignettes, typically ranging from one to four, all centered...

Direction Robert Stevens

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Skip Homeier · William Redfield · Carl Betz

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presents: The Motive (TV) (1958) follows a man who holds a firm belief that murders lacking a clear motive are seldom solved. This conviction is put to the test when his friend persuades him to commit a seemingly...

Direction Joseph Pevney · Steven Hilliard Stern · Christian I. Nyby II · Jack Arnold

Cast Shaun Cassidy · Parker Stevenson · Ed Gilbert · Pamela Sue Martin

Synopsis The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries (TV Series) (1977) follows the thrilling adventures of two teenage brothers, Frank and Joe Hardy, and their friend Nancy Drew, a young amateur detective. The series is a blend of mystery and suspense, as the...

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Dan Dailey · Dub Taylor · Ronne Troup · Christina Hart

Synopsis The Daughters of Joshua Cabe Return (TV) (1975) follows the story of a seasoned rancher who enlists the help of three young women to act as his daughters. The deception is uncovered when the biological father of one of the...

Direction Paul Monash · Leo Penn · Boris Sagal · Alex March

Cast Carl Betz · Stephen Young · John Dehner · John Zaremba

Synopsis Judd for the Defense (TV Series) (1967) is a legal drama that aired from 1967 to 1969, spanning two seasons and 50 episodes. The show follows the high-stakes cases handled by Clinton Judd, a top-tier attorney based in Houston, Texas,...

Direction William S. Roberts · Oscar Rudolph · Andrew McCullough · Jeffrey Hayden

Cast Donna Reed · Paul Petersen · Carl Betz · Shelley Fabares

Synopsis The Donna Reed Show (TV Series) (1958) is a beloved 1950s sitcom that revolves around the warm and loving Stone family. The series follows the daily life of Donna, a devoted homemaker, her husband Alex, a dedicated pediatrician, and their...