Novel
A gangster is caught and arrested by police. When he's being transported by bus -- filled with innocent civilians -- it's hi-jacked by his gang in attempt to free their boss. They hide out. As the authorities close in they threaten to torch the barn the escapee and his men are hiding in -- with their hostage inside.
Novel
Escaping British prisoners of war hide out in German occupied France.
Writer
Toledo, 1825. To save her fiancé, an opponent of the regime, the beautiful Inès agrees to marry the chief of police.
Story
A playboy produces an airtight alibi when he is questioned about the murder of his wealthy aunt.