A border-town bombing draws Mexican investigator Miguel Vargas into a corruption-ridden police investigation led by crooked captain Hank Quinlan, setting off a deadly struggle over power, justice, and truth.

Charlton Hestonas Ramon Miguel Vargas
Janet Leighas Susan 'Susie' Vargas
Orson Wellesas Police Captain Hank Quinlan
Joseph Calleiaas Police Sergeant Pete Menzies
Akim Tamiroffas 'Uncle' Joe Grandi
Joanna Mooreas Marcia Linnekar
Ray Collinsas District Attorney Adair
Dennis Weaveras Mirador Motel Night Manager
Valentin de Vargasas Pancho
Mort Millsas Al Schwartz - District Attorney's Assistant