Conspiracy (1939)

As the ominous silhouette of a freighter looms over the chilly waters near an unnamed European port, radioman Steve Kendall finds himself caught in a deadly web of espionage and betrayal. Kendall uncovers fellow crewman Carlson covertly transmitting a cryptic message. The ship's atmosphere thickens with tension as second-mate Wilson, a concealed agent of the nation, slays Carlson and seizes control of the ship, accusing Steve of collusion. Cornered and desperate, Steve plunges into the icy depths, defying the relentless grip of the sea to reach the shore. His fate intertwines with that of the enigmatic Nedra, a sultry singer who harbors her own secrets. She reveals herself as Carlson's sister and a clandestine operative committed to overthrowing the country's ruthless dictator. Sheltering in her apartment, Steve is swept up in a world of subterfuge and rebellion. Nedra's loyalties are tested when her superior, after a veiled conversation, commands his henchman, Gair, to eliminate Steve. In a fierce struggle, Steve overcomes Gair, and his journey takes a surreal turn when Nedra introduces him to Tio, a seemingly innocuous café owner who is none other than Edwards, Steve's former football coach from America. As their pasts and secrets intertwine, Steve and Nedra find themselves ensnared in a high-stakes game of power and deceit, with both the saboteurs and the secret police closing in. Amidst the swirling mists of conspiracy and duplicity, they must navigate treacherous waters to survive. The plot unwinds with gripping twists and turns, as alliances shift and the true nature of every player is revealed, leaving viewers on the edge of their seat until the last frame.

Conspiracy is an action movie featuring Allan Lane and directed by Lew Landers.

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