A man's model/girlfriend is murdered in her apartment shortly after she tells him she's leaving for a New York job, and he hires Cannon to exonerate him.A man's model/girlfriend is murdered in her apartment shortly after she tells him she's leaving for a New York job, and he hires Cannon to exonerate him.A man's model/girlfriend is murdered in her apartment shortly after she tells him she's leaving for a New York job, and he hires Cannon to exonerate him.
Tani Guthrie
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- TriviaActing debut of Charles Haid.
- Quotes
Frank Cannon: Keep your chins up, honey! Even we shall overcome, huh?
[Cannon laughs]
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OUTSTANDING MYSTERY, WITH A NOIR TOUCH...
No surprise Oscar nominee Steve Fisher wrote this episode, unfortunately, the only one for the series, and its memorable. Steve wrote such film classics as I WAKE UP SCREAMING, LADY IN THE LAKE and DEAD RECKONING for Humphrey Bogart and Lizabeth Scott.
I give this 10 Plus Stars.
More over, this episode marked an early appearance for Amanda McBroom, the actress and song writer who wrote "THE ROSE," a masterpiece recorded by Bette Midler. McBroom was a very good actress in her own right, but music was her destination.
"Dead Lady's Tears" plays like a MANNIX episode, because the dead lady (beautiful Leigh Christian) had too many beaus, which means too many headaches for Frank Cannon. It all centers around McBroom (who plays Valerie), a friend and roomate of the victim, who it turns out, conned all the men in her life. Big Time! The opening scene tells all, and a prelude to a nifty noir mystery.
This episode also has a creepy feel -- perfect for late night viewing. Incidentally, the list of suspects will keep you guessing. That is the absolute best part.
Veteran tv director Virgil Vogel headed this production, fresh from HAWAII FIVE O. Definitely his cup of tea. He began his career with the cult sci fi THE MOLE PEOPLE (1956). Add Charles Haid (in an early role) as a peeping tom? John Considine (as Joe) has a terrific part, also a suspect, but you feel sorry for this guy with a lot of troubles. Not to forget Dabney Coleman as the arrogant cop (Lt. Daggett), who is a work of art. Watch him in action.
Look QUICK for Tina Menard as Mrs. Matteos, the apartment building landlady. She was everywhere in films (since the 1930s), usually playing maids and grandma's. She worked a lot for her old boss Bill Conrad at Warner Brothers/ABC tv and always popped up in the series. Her first film was a Bob Steele western way back in 1931. An amazing Hollywood career and actress.
If Leigh Christian looks familiar, it's because she appeared in at least 100 tv commercials, cop shows and some movies. She later retired to work for her son who owns several hotels.
Later soap opera star Peter White (as Dirk) passed in November 2023 at age 86.
Highly recommended for mystery fans, again thanks to Steve Fisher. SEASON 3 EPISODE 10 remastered CBS color dvd box set. All the dvds are colored blue. A beautiful box set. 2012 release.
I give this 10 Plus Stars.
More over, this episode marked an early appearance for Amanda McBroom, the actress and song writer who wrote "THE ROSE," a masterpiece recorded by Bette Midler. McBroom was a very good actress in her own right, but music was her destination.
"Dead Lady's Tears" plays like a MANNIX episode, because the dead lady (beautiful Leigh Christian) had too many beaus, which means too many headaches for Frank Cannon. It all centers around McBroom (who plays Valerie), a friend and roomate of the victim, who it turns out, conned all the men in her life. Big Time! The opening scene tells all, and a prelude to a nifty noir mystery.
This episode also has a creepy feel -- perfect for late night viewing. Incidentally, the list of suspects will keep you guessing. That is the absolute best part.
Veteran tv director Virgil Vogel headed this production, fresh from HAWAII FIVE O. Definitely his cup of tea. He began his career with the cult sci fi THE MOLE PEOPLE (1956). Add Charles Haid (in an early role) as a peeping tom? John Considine (as Joe) has a terrific part, also a suspect, but you feel sorry for this guy with a lot of troubles. Not to forget Dabney Coleman as the arrogant cop (Lt. Daggett), who is a work of art. Watch him in action.
Look QUICK for Tina Menard as Mrs. Matteos, the apartment building landlady. She was everywhere in films (since the 1930s), usually playing maids and grandma's. She worked a lot for her old boss Bill Conrad at Warner Brothers/ABC tv and always popped up in the series. Her first film was a Bob Steele western way back in 1931. An amazing Hollywood career and actress.
If Leigh Christian looks familiar, it's because she appeared in at least 100 tv commercials, cop shows and some movies. She later retired to work for her son who owns several hotels.
Later soap opera star Peter White (as Dirk) passed in November 2023 at age 86.
Highly recommended for mystery fans, again thanks to Steve Fisher. SEASON 3 EPISODE 10 remastered CBS color dvd box set. All the dvds are colored blue. A beautiful box set. 2012 release.
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