What Happens at the End of Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome?

A gang of criminals, which includes a piano player and an imposing former convict known as 'Gruesome', has found out about a scientist's secret formula for a gas that temporarily paralyzes anyone who breathes it. When Gruesome accidentally inhales some of the gas and passes out, the police think he is dead and take him to the morgue, where he later revives and escapes. This puzzling incident attracts the interest of Dick Tracy, and when the criminals later use the gas to rob a bank, Tracy realizes that he must devote his entire attention to stopping them.

John Rawlins's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Boris Karloff (Gruesome)'s journey. When Gruesome accidentally inhales some of the gas and passes out, the police think he is dead and take him to the morgue, where he later revives and escapes.

As part of the Dick Tracy Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.

How Does Boris Karloff (Gruesome)'s Story End?

• Boris Karloff: Boris Karloff's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Ralph Byrd (Dick Tracy): Ralph Byrd's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Anne Gwynne (Tess Trueheart): Anne Gwynne's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome Mean?

The ending of Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Boris Karloff's story may not satisfy all audiences.