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The Alfred Hitchcock Hour — Season 2
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60mA Home Away from HomeDr. Fenwick, a man grappling with mental illness, firmly believes in the healing power of role-playing within psychiatry. He murders the director of the sanatorium where he resides and then takes on the deceased man's identity. Locking the doctors and nurses in the attic, he distributes their duties amongst the other patients. Affairs proceed with a degree of normalcy until Natalie Rivers, the director’s niece, arrives for a visit. Having never met her uncle, Fenwick deceives her into believingSep 27, 19637.0Sep 27, 196360m7.002
60mA Nice TouchLarry Duke, poised for his motion picture debut in Hollywood, receives a call from Janice Brandt, his girlfriend in New York. Janice, a woman older than Larry, had made significant sacrifices – abandoning her marriage and aspirations in Hollywood – to propel his career forward. She tells him that her husband, Ed, had followed her to New York, arrived at her apartment intoxicated, and was subsequently incapacitated in a struggle. Larry persuades Janice to silence Ed permanently, enabling her retOct 4, 19633.0Oct 4, 196360m3.003
60mTerror in NorthfieldThe murder of John Cooley’s teenage son, Tommy, in the town of Northfield ignited a vengeful fire within him. A devout fanatic, Cooley convinced himself he was fulfilling a divine mandate. A fragment of car headlight recovered from the crime scene led him to Frency La Font, the vehicle's original owner, and an elderly librarian with a tangential connection to the car. Both men met violent ends at Cooley’s hand. The escalating series of murders plunged Northfield into a state of disbelief and feaOct 11, 19637.0Oct 11, 196360m7.004
60mYou'll Be the Death of MeIn the heat of a lovers' dispute, Arthur, a man known for his refined appearance, fatally wounds his former companion. A button detached from her coat finds its way into his pocket during the violent struggle. His wife discovers the missing button, and a chilling resolve hardens within Arthur; he resolves to eliminate her as well. Yet, his elaborate scheme unravels as he becomes too loquacious, ultimately leading to his apprehension by the authorities.Oct 18, 19636.5Oct 18, 196360m6.505
60mBlood BargainJim Derry, a man who earned his living taking lives, was contracted to eliminate a bookmaker named Eddie Breech. But as he learned of Eddie’s wife, Connie, confined to a wheelchair and betrayed by her husband, doubt began to gnaw at him. He spoke with the Breechs, and an agreement formed: Derry would orchestrate a fake death for Eddie, allowing him payment for the hit and the couple a chance to begin anew in Mexico.
Derry procured a body from the morgue and arranged Eddie’s wallet and weddingOct 25, 19637.0Oct 25, 196360m7.006
60mNothing Ever Happens in LinvaleIn a quiet town, the sheriff found himself investigating the vanishing of a woman. Her husband, a man already viewed with suspicion by the town's inquisitive residents, had been behaving in ways that raised eyebrows and whispered concerns.Nov 8, 19637.0Nov 8, 196360m7.007
60mStarring the DefenseMiles Crawford, a man who had traded the stage for the courtroom, found himself pulled back into the world of performance when his son, Tod, was accused of murder. Though Tod was undeniably guilty, Miles delivered a fervent summation that moved both the judge and the jury. The victory, however, was short-lived. The prosecutor, a devotee of cinema, revealed that Miles’s powerful words were lifted verbatim from a forgotten film, a story in which Crawford himself had played a defense attorney facinNov 15, 19637.0Nov 15, 196360m7.008
60mThe CadaverSkip Baxter, a medical student battling a drinking problem, finds himself the unwitting target of his roommate, Doc Carroll’s, elaborate schemes. Concerned for Skip's well-being, Doc devises a plan to shock him into sobriety. He pilfers a cadaver from the medical school morgue and dresses it as a woman named Ruth. While Skip sleeps off a hangover, Doc places the body in his bed. Upon awakening and discovering the figure, Skip is convinced he committed a murder while intoxicated. In a panic, he wNov 29, 19637.0Nov 29, 196360m7.009
60mThe Dividing WallFred Kruger, Al Norman, and Terry, three men with pasts etched into their lives, now found honest work as garage mechanics. A reckless notion sparked between them one day: to rob a payroll office. Unable to force open the safe, they made the ill-advised decision to transport it back to their garage. Unbeknownst to them, the safe held more than just cash; it contained a lethal radioactive isotope. Should it be disturbed, the consequences could be devastating, capable of poisoning the entire city.Dec 6, 19637.0Dec 6, 196360m7.010
60mGood-Bye GeorgeLana Layne, an Academy Award contender, finds her past resurfacing with the unexpected return of George, a man she believed lost to her – a former convict who now seeks her hand. She has no desire to rekindle their relationship, yet a divorce would mean surrendering half of her considerable wealth. Adding to the complications is Haila French, a gossip columnist determined to secure an exclusive, whose actions yield startling consequences for Lana and her current partner.Dec 13, 19637.0Dec 13, 196360m7.011
60mHow to Get Rid of Your WifeGerald Swiney, perpetually subdued by his wife Edith’s relentless criticisms, resolved to be rid of her. When she refused a divorce, he conceived a desperate scheme: to frighten her into leaving by making her believe he intended to murder her. However, his carefully laid plans unravelled in unexpected ways.Dec 20, 19638.0Dec 20, 196360m8.012
50mThree Wives Too ManyA man named Brown, afflicted by a persistent craving for gambling and the secret life of a bigamist, found himself increasingly short of funds as his affluent wives began to die. Suspicion naturally fell upon him, and the police, though lacking concrete proof, were compelled to rule each death a suicide. The truth, however, lay with one of Brown's wives, consumed by a possessive jealousy that drove her to ensure his exclusive devotion. She had warned him that any infidelity would result in her tJan 3, 19647.0Jan 3, 196450m7.013
60mThe Magic ShopFor his birthday, young Tony Grainger received fifteen dollars. He requested that his father, Steven, take him to a peculiar magic shop tucked away from the main street, eager to spend his gift there. Mr. Dulong, the shop's enigmatic proprietor, took a keen interest in the boy and offered to impart all his knowledge of magic. Though hesitant, Steven relented, and Tony was invited to enter a cabinet by Mr. Dulong. Disregarding his father’s apprehension, Tony stepped inside and vanished instantly.Jan 10, 19647.0Jan 10, 196460m7.014
60mBeyond the Sea of DeathGrace Renford possessed both considerable wealth and striking beauty, yet yearned for a love untainted by financial interest. She desired a man who would cherish her inner self, not her fortune. To achieve this, she crafted a persona of modest means, corresponding with a young engineer named Keith Holloway. Their initial connection had sparked through an advertisement in a magazine dedicated to spiritualism.Jan 24, 19647.0Jan 24, 196460m7.015
60mNight CallerMarcia Fowler has accused the neighborhood boy, Roy Bullock, of voyeurism. Roy vehemently denies the charge and skillfully gains favor with Marcia’s husband, Jack, and her isolated stepson. Following a disturbing phone call filled with obscenities, Marcia tells Jack she believes Roy is responsible, but he dismisses her claim. Later, while Jack is away on business, Marcia confronts Roy after receiving yet another offensive call. His remark that his mother was much like her stirs a chilling fear wJan 31, 19643.0Jan 31, 196460m3.016
60mThe Evil of Adelaide WintersIn the waning days of World War II, a fraudulent medium named Adelaide Winters preyed upon the sorrow of bereaved families, falsely claiming to commune with the departed. Her path crossed with that of Edward Porter, a wealthy widower whose son had perished in the war. Sensing an opportunity, Adelaide persuaded him to participate in a seance. Initially skeptical, Edward gradually became convinced of Adelaide's abilities. He proposed marriage, envisioning a future where they could, in a way, be reFeb 7, 19647.0Feb 7, 196460m7.017
60mThe JarIn the gaudy spectacle of a traveling carnival, farmer Charlie Hill acquires an unusual jar. This peculiar possession swiftly earns him a reputation for both notoriety and respect within the community; people journey from afar to gather in his parlor and gaze upon the jar and its enigmatic contents. Yet, his young wife, Thedy Sue, harbors a deep-seated fear of the object and implores him to discard it.Feb 14, 19644.3Feb 14, 196460m4.318
60mFinal EscapeJohn Perry, a man convicted of bank robbery, received a fifteen-year sentence to hard labor in a state prison lumber camp. Driven by a fierce desire for freedom, he sought out the company of a fellow inmate named Doc, a man battling alcoholism and responsible for the prison infirmary and the arrangements for the deceased. Doc proposed a bargain to Perry: in exchange for financing an operation for his granddaughter, he would secure Perry’s release. The plan was audacious – to conceal Perry withinFeb 21, 19646.5Feb 21, 196460m6.519
60mMurder CaseActor Lee Griffin encounters his former love, Diana, at a London play funded by her husband, Charles Justin. Drawn back to their past, Lee and Diana rekindle their romance and devise a plan to murder Charles, a prosperous diamond merchant. Their first attempt fails, but a second proves successful. Subsequently, while in Paris, Lee assumes Charles's identity. However, Charles had discovered Diana’s infidelity and murdered her before his own demise. He concealed her body within a vehicle being traMar 6, 19647.0Mar 6, 196460m7.020
60mAnyone for Murder?Professor James Parkerson, a scholar of psychology, placed an advertisement in the newspaper offering counsel on the matter of spousal homicide. The police responded, but he successfully persuaded them that his intentions were purely academic, a means of gathering data for an experiment. Soon after, he received a communication from a man named Robert Johnson, who was seeking a method to eliminate his beloved's husband. From Johnson’s detailed description of his lover and her husband, Parkerson dMar 13, 19643.0Mar 13, 196460m3.021
60mBeast in ViewThe persistent barrage of harassing phone calls had driven Helen Clarvoe to seek legal recourse. She approached Paul Blackshear, a lawyer, requesting an investigation into a woman named Dorothy Johnson, whom she suspected of orchestrating the unwanted intrusions. Dorothy, in turn, held Helen responsible for the dissolution of her wedding engagement. Blackshear’s inquiry yielded an outcome far removed from what anyone could have anticipated.Mar 20, 19647.0Mar 20, 196460m7.022
60mBehind the Locked DoorDave and Bonnie Snowden, newly married, stood before the silent house where Bonnie’s father had lived. Inside, Dave discovered a locked door and an unsettling conviction that something of value lay within. Later, they shared the news of their marriage with Bonnie's mother, Mrs. Daniels, who reacted with suspicion. She seemed to believe Dave was motivated by a desire for her daughter’s inheritance and attempted to persuade him to end the marriage. He refused, yet desperation gnawed at him. To disMar 27, 19647.0Mar 27, 196460m7.023
60mA Matter of MurderSheridan Westcott murdered his wife, concealing her body within the plush interior of his Rolls Royce. He drove to a lake nearby, intending to cast her into its depths. As he checked the water level, a car thief known as Philadelphia Harry made off with the vehicle.Apr 3, 19643.0Apr 3, 196460m3.024
60mThe Gentleman CallerGerald and Milly Musgrove managed a successful theft of one hundred thousand dollars, but the question of concealment immediately presented itself. Seeking a solution, the couple befriended Emmy Rice, an elderly woman whose mind was beginning to fade. Following a visit to her residence, Gerald secreted the money within a collection of aged magazines. Subsequently, he persuaded Emmy to include him in her will.Apr 10, 19647.0Apr 10, 196460m7.025
60mThe Ordeal of Mrs. SnowThe old woman found herself confined within the airtight safety deposit box, a familiar feline companion beside her. This predicament unfolded when she discovered her niece’s fiancé to be a fraud.Apr 14, 19647.0Apr 14, 196460m7.026
60mTen Minutes from NowSuspicion falls upon James Bellington, known also as Donnelly Rhodes, a struggling artist, following a series of bomb threats directed at the city commissioner of parks and recreation. Bellington attempts to meet with the official, but is intercepted by police while carrying a box suspected of containing an explosive device. The contents prove to be merely art supplies. Subsequently, at an art museum, Bellington is again stopped for carrying a suspicious package, which is found to be harmless. PMay 1, 19647.0May 1, 196460m7.027
60mThe Sign of SatanKarl Jorla, a celebrated figure in European horror cinema, had secured a contract with a Hollywood studio for his debut American film. The producers, after viewing a demonstration reel of Jorla portraying the leader of a satanic cult, deemed him ideally suited for their new project. Upon arriving in America, Jorla grew increasingly uneasy, convinced that genuine practitioners of the occult were now targeting him. He feared retribution for the public viewing of his demo film. The studio providedMay 8, 19646.5May 8, 196460m6.52860mWho Needs an Enemy?For years, Charlie Osgood had been systematically defrauding his partner, Eddie Turtin. Upon discovering the extent of the deception, Eddie issued a stark ultimatum: restitution or the police. Refusing to yield, Charlie and his girlfriend, Danielle, resolved to orchestrate a disappearance. They planned a meticulously crafted illusion of suicide, followed by a swift departure from the country. Charlie began subtly hinting at his impending demise, culminating in the disposal of an explosive dummyMay 15, 19647.0May 15, 196460m7.029
60mBed of RosesHe discovered his beautiful mistress dead, a horrifying tableau that sent him scrambling away, abandoning the scene and avoiding the authorities. The act of flight, however, did not bring him safety. Soon after, he found himself ensnared by a blackmailer, his secret a weapon held against him.May 22, 19647.0May 22, 196460m7.030
60mThe Second VerdictLawyer Ned Murray secured Lew Rydell’s acquittal on a murder charge, only to later discover the truth of his client's guilt. Aware that double jeopardy prevented a second trial for the same offense, Ned sought alternative paths to justice. He approached Tony Hardeman, a gangster, but his concern was misconstrued, leading Tony to order Lew’s death. Sensing impending violence, Ned raced to intervene. Arriving at Lew’s residence too late, he found him alive, having managed to kill Tony before the fMay 29, 19647.0May 29, 196460m7.031
60mIsabelHoward Clements was wrongly convicted of assaulting a woman named Isabel Smith, spending two years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Upon his release, he stole $13,000 – the sum he would have earned had he not been incarcerated. He used the money to open a record store in his hometown. There, he encountered Isabel several times and, through a series of events, secured a date with her. They eventually became engaged. During their honeymoon, Howard deliberately sabotaged the fuel line of thJun 5, 19647.0Jun 5, 196460m7.032
60mBody in the BarnA long-standing animosity divided Bessie Carnby and her daughter Camilla from their neighbors, Henry and Samantha Wilkins. Hoping to mend the fractured relationship, Bessie extended an invitation for dinner. Samantha declined, but Henry accepted, offering strained pleasantries. He soon vanished, and Bessie later witnessed Samantha digging a grave in her barn. Accusing Samantha of murder, she summoned the authorities. The police unearthed the burial site, revealing a body in a state of advanced dJul 3, 19647.0Jul 3, 196460m7.0
