S5·E30 The Case of the Lonely Eloper
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 30
- Air Date
- May 26, 1962
- Runtime
- 51 minutes
- Director
- Arthur Marks
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Merle Telford is a naive and maladjusted young woman who is about to turn 21 and receive a substantial inheritance. She plans to run away from her guardians and elope with Danny Pierce as soon as she receives her money. Yep, you guessed it already, Danny is a greedy schemer and Merle's supposed friend, Gina Gilbert, is his accomplice. Merle's guardians know of her plans and hire Paul Drake to keep Merle from fleeing on the night of her 21st birthday party. When a murder is committed during the party Merle becomes the prime suspect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 30 of Perry Mason air?
Season 5, Episode 30 ('The Case of the Lonely Eloper') originally aired on May 26, 1962.
How long is Season 5 Episode 30 ('The Case of the Lonely Eloper')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 51 minutes.
What happens in Perry Mason Season 5 Episode 30?
Merle Telford is a naive and maladjusted young woman who is about to turn 21 and receive a substantial inheritance. She plans to run away from her guardians and elope with Danny Pierce as soon as she receives her money. Yep, you guessed it already, Danny is a greedy schemer and Merle's supposed frie...
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