Ep 21. Number Twenty-Two

In Alfred Hitchcock Presents season 2 episode 21, titled "Number Twenty-Two," the story follows a group of people living in a boarding house. One of the residents, Miss Fox, is a wealthy older woman with a strict rule against men entering her room. However, one night she breaks her own rule and allows a man named Mr. Prince into her room. The next morning, Mr. Prince is found dead in Miss Fox's room and she is suspected of his murder.

The investigation into Mr. Prince's death leads to the discovery that he was a con artist who had been trying to swindle Miss Fox out of her money. The other residents of the boarding house become increasingly suspicious of Miss Fox, believing that she killed Mr. Prince in a fit of rage after discovering his true intentions.

Despite the mounting evidence against her, Miss Fox maintains her innocence and claims that she had nothing to do with Mr. Prince's death. The tension continues to rise as the investigation moves forward, and it becomes clear that someone in the boarding house knows more about what happened than they are letting on.

As the detectives continue to search for clues, the residents of the boarding house begin to turn on each other, each suspecting that the other is the true culprit. In the end, however, the truth is revealed in a dramatic and unexpected twist that leaves everyone reeling.

"Number Twenty-Two" is a classic episode of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, with all of the suspense and intrigue that fans of the show have come to expect. The complex characters and intricate plot make for a thrilling hour of television, and the skillful direction and writing keep the audience hooked from beginning to end. Whether you're a fan of classic mysteries or just a lover of great storytelling, this episode is not to be missed.