A story of the Michigan State Police and the strong sense of loyalty and duty it instills in its men. It follows the career of a newly-inducted rookie, Ross Martin, who has joined the force at the urging of his sweetheart, Mary Adams. Martin soon distinguishes himself by his bravery in the apprehension of criminals. But when the leader of a gang of bank robbers falls into his hands and then escapes, because of carelessness on Martin's part, he is suspended from the force.
Acting
Young Fred MacMurray's earnest rookie energy before noir cynicism.
Direction
Charles Barton crams a career arc into one hour flat.
Practical Effects
Pre-CGI car chases with actual 1935 Michigan roads.

Director
Charles Barton
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ann Sheridan was so early in her career here that 'Oomph Girl' nickname hadn't stuck yet.
Released during the FBI's PR makeover era—Hoover's G-Men were box office gold, so states rushed their own propaganda.