Joel Murcott wrote this fascinating episode, a popular writer for Hitch, later to do many cop shows, including BARNABY JONES.
The acting puts this one over the top, starring pre-MISSION IMPOSSIBLE lead Steven Hill as a bitter guy who gets out of prison -- ready to get even with his double crossers. Jean Hagen, best remembered as the "first" mom on the DANNY THOMAS SHOW, is quite good, playing Hill's old gal pal. Stashed loot is the key here, and Hill gets his girlfriend and another old frenemy (played by Steve Brodie) to help him. Hang on tight.
OF COURSE... knowing Hitchcock there's going to be some complications, and what if the money is in the middle of the desert, down a deep, deep well? Amazing.
This is an intriguing early episode that will keep your attention. Joel Murcott did his job. Also some great on location desert locations for a change of pace, adding to the authenticity.
Versatile character actor Steve Brodie is always at his best, either playing good guys or dirty rats. He made his film debut in the WWII classic THIRTY SECONDS OVER TOKYO, cast in many westerns.
From SEASON 3 EPISODE 7 remastered/Universal. 5 dvd set. 17 hrs. 2007 release.