Harry Morgan (Col. Potter from MASH) did some directing his time, in fact, headed a few episodes of his own tv show. He also did two Hitchcock tv shows, and a super job at that. He actually began his second career in the mid 60s, directing the PAT BOONE SHOW.
This again, is one of the best episodes from the final season. As I have said, I think the third season of the hour long series had the most intriguing episodes, at least they featured some of the best actors in the biz. Case in point. Movie and tv sly old fox Henry Jones (as Alex) plays a man who has a bad marriage, or maybe it's all about him??
The man with a "problem" has always been a central theme with Hitchcock, both in his movies and tv show. The million dollar question is what happens next? Although this is NOT in any ways an original story, the writers kind of instituted a unique u-turn. Instead of going to a hitman to finish the job, the gentleman comes to Alex. Another top actor, Robert Loggia, who could play anything from businessmen to mob bosses, portrays the assassin who has been watching him, and knows the score.
One of the best tough cookies around, Kathleen Freeman, plays Alex's not so pretty wife. If she is out of the picture, Alex can further develop his relationship with an attractive twenty-something.
Why not give it a try? The trick here is after all is said and done... he changes his mind???? Interestingly, this idea may have been lifted from an entry in the WHISTLER movie series from the 1940s, starring Richard Dix. Dusted off, but still as clever.
Freeman, one of the most visible faces in both movies and tv, got her start in the late 1940s, appearing in bit parts in such classics films as NAKED CITY (1948). Truly one of those gifted actors who you know all too well, but always forget their name.
Considering the talent, a late night must, if just to see the wheels fall off the wagon! SEASON 3 EPISODE 25.
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