Purity Squad

This short film, running for 20 minutes, depicts the urgent issue of drug safety in post-war America. It centers on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's efforts to regulate pharmaceutical products, specifically targeting the dangerous marketing of a drug called 'Diabulin'. As the story unfolds, viewers witness the consequences of negligence when users suffer severe side effects, leading to tragic outcomes.

The film features a cast that includes Byron Foulger, Dick Elliott, and Morris Ankrum. Each performance contributes to the cautionary tale about the risks of unregulated drugs. As part of the Crime Does Not Pay series, Purity Squad is a stark reminder of the era's public health concerns and the ongoing battle against consumer fraud.