The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries
In spring 1948, Alleyn joins a weekend party at Frantock Hall. His deductive powers are tested to the limit as he uncovers the sinister connection between the theft of a priceless chalice and a game of murder that goes horribly wrong. Adapted from the novels by Dame Ngaio Marsh, featuring the character Chief Inspector Roderick Alleyn.
Cast: Patrick Malahide, William Simons, Belinda Lang
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5 episodes
- 1. A Man Lay DeadAlleyn cancels his holiday with Troy to investigate a murder connected to a stolen chalice, but he's called when a second murder occurs at uncle's estate.CC1 h 37 minApr 18, 1993
- 2. The Nursing Home MurderA member of Parliament who has taken controversial stands on Palestine and A-bomb development is murdered during a routine appendectomy.CC1 h 37 minApr 25, 1993
3. Final CurtainAn egotistical Shakespearean ham actor gathers his dysfunctional extended family in his mansion on his 75th birthday for the reading of his will.CC1 h 37 minMay 2, 1993
4. Death at the BarDuring a display of dart throwing in a Cornish pub a man's hand is impaled by a dart, and he dies shortly afterward from cyanide although no one can explain how.CC1 h 37 minMay 9, 1993- 5. Death in a White TieInspector Alleyn enlists the help of his friend Lord Robert "Bunchy" Gospell to uncover a society blackmailer. After Lord Robert is killed, a murder hunt follows among the world of titled heiresses, gamblers and adulterers.CC1 h 37 minMay 16, 1993
The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries
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In spring 1948, Alleyn joins a weekend party at Frantock Hall. His deductive powers are tested to the limit as he uncovers the sinister connection between the theft of a priceless chalice and a game of murder that goes horribly wrong. Adapted from the novels by Dame Ngaio Marsh, featuring the character Chief Inspector Roderick Alleyn.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Dame Ngaio Marsh
