A wealthy businessman is murdered after threatening to expose a gutter newspaper's blackmailer, who had previously been fired for trying to write a serious story. The businessman's friends and acquaintances, including an Army General, banker, and others, all had motives to kill him, but a fired female reporter is arrested for the crime. Perry Mason takes on the case, teaming up with Della and Paul to uncover the truth behind the murder and the newspaper's secrets.
Perry Mason: The Case of the Scandalous Scoundrel
A tabloid editor dismisses a talented journalist for pursuing a serious story despite his initial refusal. The editor's decision sparks outrage from influential figures, including an Army General and a banker, who threaten him at a high-profile gathering.