In a series of flashbacks, shows that attorney John Morland has given a lift to a hitchhiker who turns out to be a murderer. As a result, Morland himself is implicated in a killing. A pair of detectives discover that Morland has been having business problems and no end of difficulties with his wife Catherine. The trail of clues leads to a surprising revelation.
Catherine Morland
Richard Conroy
Detective Lieutenant Jerry McMullen
John Morland
Willis, Caretaker
James O'Neil
Marian Gordon
Red Bailey
Dorothy, Maid
Detective Sergeant Tom Carey
Patricia McMullen
McMullen Girl, Outfielder
Chinese Waiter
Fire Warden at Car Wreck
Mike
Mrs. O'Neill
Williams
Dr. Pearson
Detective Sergeant Gorman
Trooper at Roadblock
Radio Commentator (Voice)
O'Neill's Secretary
Denny
Chris
Coroner's Deputy
X-Ray Technician
X-Ray Technician
Jerry McMullen Jr.
Charlie, Policeman
Joe, Railroad Worker
Director
Producer
Director of Photography
Editor
Hairstylist
Associate Producer
Original Story
Screenplay
Original Music Composer
Art Direction
Set Decoration
Makeup Artist
Production Manager
Assistant Director
Sound