Arson for Hire

The story centers on Johnny Broderick, an arson squad investigator, who, along with his assistant Ben Howard, delves into a suspicious warehouse fire. Their investigation reveals that lawyer William Yarbo orchestrated a series of arson attacks, aiming to profit from insurance money. The plot thickens when actress Keely Hariss, who inherits the warehouse, becomes entangled in Yarbo's schemes.

As the tension escalates, Yarbo pressures Keely to accept a share of the insurance payout, threatening her with blame if she refuses. The film also features a subplot involving "Pop" Bergen, the hired torch man whose fate takes a tragic turn in one of the fires. With its mix of crime and romance, Arson for Hire offers a glimpse into the darker side of human motivations, set against the backdrop of mid-century America.