When the story begins, the Caldwell family is visited by Mr. Caldwell's brother. Apparently, their name isn't really 'Caldwell' and the husband and wife are communist agents. And, the brother is NOT happy that the pair are still dedicated party members--and he threatens to blow their cover. So, the family's handler (Michael Rennie) takes matters into his own hands and kills the brother. But, since the Caldwells ARE so dedicated, Mr. Caldwell seems okay with the murder. What sort of evil stuff is the family preparing to do? They're going to blow up a ship filled with supplies headed for the Vietnam War....and they couldn't care less who they kill in the process. But what about their pretty daughter....how will she react when she learns her boyfriend will also be aboard the ship?
I think this episode worked well because of Rennie and Phyllis Thaxter (as Mrs. Caldwell)--they are enjoyably evil and vicious. Overall, one of the better spy episodes of "The F.B.I.".
I think this episode worked well because of Rennie and Phyllis Thaxter (as Mrs. Caldwell)--they are enjoyably evil and vicious. Overall, one of the better spy episodes of "The F.B.I.".