Episodes

1. A Man Lay Dead

Alleyn 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.

2. The Nursing Home Murder

A member of Parliament who has taken controversial stands on Palestine and A-bomb development is murdered during a routine appendectomy.

3. Final Curtain

An egotistical Shakespearean ham actor gathers his dysfunctional extended family in his mansion on his 75th birthday for the reading of his will.

4. Death at the Bar

During 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.

5. Death in a White Tie

Inspector 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.

Overview

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.

Details

Genres

Mystery, Crime

Language

EN

First Air Date

1993-04-18

Seasons

2

Episodes

8

Available On

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Cast

Patrick Malahide

William Simons

Belinda Lang

Tom Wilkinson