Dark Waters (1944)

Leslie Calvin, the only survivor of a devastating submarine disaster, seeks solace with her relatives. However, her hope for recovery is shattered when she faces a group of con artists, spearheaded by the nefarious Mr. Sydney, who plot to eliminate her and seize the family fortune. With the support of Dr. George Grover, Leslie must confront these threats and outsmart her attackers, revealing a fight for survival that intertwines personal healing and treachery.