Alfred Hitchcock Presents1955

[afterword]

Alfred Hitchcock:
I presume that story was intended to illustrate that blood is thicker than water. I always find it heartwarming to see a family standing shoulder to shoulder in the face of adversity. Unfortunately, the authorities were not thrilled by this sight, and were seen tossing about such phrases as, "obstructing justice," "accessory after the fact," "murder in the first degree." Very nasty. The Princeys received substantial sentences. You see, unfortunately, Captain Smollet didn't play the game. When the police arrived he insisted on his innocence, thus confusing poor Millicent to such an extent that she re-enacted the crime with her father as the victim. Broke the croquet mallet, too. I believe I'll have another.

[pours from the teapot, then picks up the milk pitcher]

Alfred Hitchcock:
There's no more vermouth. Oh, well. Fortunately, I still have plenty of olives.

[drinks]

Alfred Hitchcock:
That was exceedingly dry. Next week, we shall be back at the same old stand. Please drop in again. Good night.