Review of The Torch

Peter Gunn: The Torch (1958)
Season 1, Episode 12
7/10
Careful Pete, Fire Burns Hot
3 October 2017
Warning: Spoilers
This episode had all the co-stars doing their part to help our PI catch the bad guys, specifically, the arsonist, his accomplice, the person hiring him, the insurance beneficiary, and of course, fires. There was the lead that brought us to the arsonist and his accomplice goon. Jacoby, who sent Pete to the owner-partner with an alibi of the burnt warehouse, and the wife of the victim-partner, wanting settlement of the case. Watching Pete follow leads and avoiding either being shot or burnt provided intrigue, adventure and a hot close call ending. Good to see Walter Burke playing a role that suited him and provided satisfaction at the end. A satisfying performance by all leading to a fitting closing scene.
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