City of Fear

Irving Lerner directs Vince Edwards as a convict who breaks out of prison with a canister of what he thinks is pure heroin, hoping to make a big score. The white powder, however, turns out to be a deadly radioactive substance. As Vince tries to deal away his treasure, he works through his sleazy contacts - all of whom are doomed by their greed and stupidity - as the police desperately try to find him before he contaminates the entire city. (Powerhouse Films)