Dr. Heinz Haber, a noted scientist in the field of atomic energy, hosts this look at the possibility of an exciting new power source. He starts by comparing atomic energy to a genie in a bottle, both of which capable of doing both good and evil, and it is up to humankind to develop safe controls over this largely unexplored science.
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| Directing | Hamilton Luske | Director |
| Sound | Oliver Wallace | Music |
| Art | Marvin Aubrey Davis | Art Direction |
| Editing | Lloyd L. Richardson | Editor |
| Directing | Vincent McEveety | Assistant Director |
| Production | Harry Tytle | Production Supervisor |
| Writing | Milt Banta | Teleplay |
