Ep 3. The Case of the Ill-Fated Faker
- TV-PG
- October 1, 1960
- 52 min
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8.6 (308)
Perry Mason season 4 episode 3, titled "The Case of the Ill-Fated Faker," follows the renowned defense attorney Perry Mason, played by Raymond Burr, as he takes on a case involving a young woman named Patricia Faxon, played by Susan Strasberg. Faxon is accused of murdering her husband, a wealthy businessman named Roger Faxon.
As Mason begins to investigate the case, he quickly realizes that things are not what they seem. He discovers that Patricia is not who she claims to be and that she has been living under an assumed identity for several years. As he delves deeper into the case, Mason uncovers a web of lies and deceit that threatens to upend everything he thought he knew about the case.
As the trial approaches, Mason finds himself facing off against tough opposition in the form of the prosecuting attorney, Hamilton Burger, played by William Talman. Burger is convinced that Patricia is guilty and is determined to get a conviction, no matter what evidence Mason presents.
With time running out, Mason must use all of his legal expertise to prove Patricia's innocence and uncover the truth about what really happened to Roger Faxon. Along the way, he must also contend with a number of other characters, including a mysterious woman who seems to know more than she lets on and a group of dangerous criminals who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets.
Filled with suspense, drama, and intrigue, "The Case of the Ill-Fated Faker" is a must-watch episode for fans of Perry Mason and anyone who loves a good legal mystery. With its compelling storyline and talented cast, it is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.