Tyrone Power

Stanton Carlisle is working in a carnival. Knowing a good con when he sees one, he learns the tricks of mind-reading and eventually becomes "The Great Stanton," star attraction of swanky nightclubs and the darling of society. But with all his notoriety built on lies, it's only a matter of time before Stanton's world comes crashing down around him.

A man is accused of murdering his wealthy woman friend in order to secure his inheritance. The defendant's mysterious wife stuns the courtroom by giving damaging testimony against her husband. The web of intrigue is finally unwoven in a shocking, chilling conclusion.