Episode Guide

Deadline Decision

Series: The 20th Century Fox Hour

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Series Progress: Episode 23 of 3762% Completed

Year: 1957OAD: March 20, 1957Lang: ENG

Synopsis

Ben Macready son of John Macready owner and editor of the ""Hollisfield Herald"" has been asked by Police Chief Swanson to keep a lid on a kidnapping of Jimmie Elgin son of the Bank Manager George Elgin under wraps for 18 hours. Ben agrees, however his father doesnt and goes ahead with the story. The townspeople turn on Macready when it is learned that the river was dragged and a body was found. Fearing the worst, Macready embarks on a mission to capture the kidnapper. Offering him money for the story and trapping him only to discover that little Jimmie is alive and is exchanged for the reward. The police are able to arrest the kidnapper.

Cast

Director

Lewis Allen

📊 Series Binge Profile

Total Content Density: 18 hours 30 minutes (37 episodes)

Intensity Rating: Relaxed Watch - Easy viewing. Perfect for casual watches.

Binge Milestones

1 episode/day: 37 days

3 episodes/day: 13 days

5 episodes/day: 8 days