The Executioner (3 Jan. 1961)

In 1862, Confederate soldier Jess Bradley and his faithful dog are captured by a sadistic Union officer, Col. Martin. When Jess' dog is killed, forces from beyond began to take a strange revenge on the colonel.

Director:

John Newland

Writers:

Bob Duncan, Wanda Duncan,

Stars:

John Newland, Crahan Denton, Buzz Martin

Cast

Episode cast overview:
John Newland	...	Himself - Host
Crahan Denton	...	Colonel Martin
Buzz Martin	...	Jess Bradley
Jeremy Slate	...	Captain Adams
Tom Middleton	...	Sergeant Evans
Will J. White	...	Corporal

Storyline

In 1862, Confederate soldier Jess Bradley and his faithful dog are captured by a sadistic Union officer, Col. Martin. When Jess' dog is killed, forces from beyond began to take a strange revenge on the colonel.

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Genres:

Drama | Fantasy | Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 January 1961 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios - 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Joseph M. Schenck Enterprises

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

User Reviews

Every Dog Has His Day

In 1862, hungry Confederate soldier Buzz Martin (as Jess Bradley) and his hound dog "Tom" are captured trying to steal food from a Union soldier. Although he poses no threat, Union Colonel Crahan Denton (as Martin) plants evidence to suggest Mr. Martin is a spy, and orders him executed. Suspecting his superior officer framed Martin, Captain Jeremy Slate (as Adams) challenges Mr. Denton. Denton responds by ordering Mr. Slate to lead the firing squad...

Later, disturbed by Martin's howling dog, Denton shoots the animal dead. Somehow, "Tom" has the last bark… It's silly and predictable, but nicely performed.

***** The Executioner (1/3/61) John Newland ~ Buzz Martin, Crahan Denton, Jeremy Slate, Tom Middleton