Ep 16. The Case of the Fraudulent Photo
- TV-PG
- February 7, 1959
- 51 min
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8.0 (328)
In season 2, episode 16 of Perry Mason, titled "The Case of the Fraudulent Photo," the famed defense attorney Perry Mason takes on the case of his client, businessman Harlan Warde.
Warde is being sued for breach of contract by his former business partner, who claims that Warde failed to deliver on a promised investment. However, Warde maintains that the investment was made and that his former partner is simply trying to get out of their agreement.
The crux of the case rests on a photograph presented by the plaintiff, which supposedly shows that the investment was never made. But Mason immediately recognizes that the photo is a fake, and he sets to work unraveling the web of lies and deceit that has been spun around this case.
As Mason digs deeper, he finds himself drawn into a world of unscrupulous business practices, shady backroom deals, and blackmail. But he remains determined to get to the truth, no matter how many obstacles are thrown in his path.
With the help of his trusted associates, Della Street and Paul Drake, Mason sets a trap for the person or persons responsible for creating the fraudulent photograph. Will his plan succeed, or will the truth remain elusive?
As the trial progresses, tensions rise, and Mason finds himself facing off against some of the most powerful and influential people in the city. But he never wavers in his commitment to justice, and in the end, he delivers a stunning courtroom victory that exposes the corruption at the heart of the case.
As always, Perry Mason delivers a masterful performance in "The Case of the Fraudulent Photo," showcasing his legal expertise, his unwavering dedication to his clients, and his sharp wit and intuition. Fans of the show will not want to miss this gripping and suspenseful episode.