The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries

The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries (1993-1994)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

The younger son of a titled family, Alleyn was educated at Eton and joined the CID from the diplomatic service. To his friends, he's a man with a sense of humor and with more edge to him than meets the eye. To his colleague, Inspector Fox, he is a loyal partner. In this series, Alleyn solves classic murder mysteries, set in the stately homes and London ballrooms of post-war England.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 19:30 (100 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E03Scales of Justiceaoût 29, 1994
S02E02Dead Wateravr. 1, 1994
S02E01Hand in Glovejanv. 10, 1994
S01E05Death in a White Tiemai 16, 1993
S01E04Death at the Barmai 9, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' premiere?

'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' premiered on March 29, 1993.

Who played the role of Inspector Alleyn in the show?

The role of Inspector Alleyn was played by Patrick Malahide.

What is the genre of 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries'?

'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' is a crime drama television series.

Which British author originally created the character Inspector Alleyn?

The character Inspector Alleyn was created by Ngaio Marsh.

Who adapted Ngaio Marsh's novels for the television series?

Television producer and writer Robin Mukherjee adapted Ngaio Marsh's novels for 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries'.

How many episodes were there in the first season of the show?

In the first season, "The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries" had a total of four episodes.

What was the setting of the show?

'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' was set in 1930s England.

Did Inspector Alleyn have a sidekick in the show?

Yes, Inspector Alleyn had a sidekick named Detective Sergeant Fox, who was played by William Simons.

Which famous theater actor made a guest appearance in one of the episodes?

Sir Derek Jacobi made a guest appearance in the episode titled "Death in a White Tie."

Were there any recurring villains in the show?

No, 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' featured standalone episodes with different villains in each story.

Did the show receive any awards or nominations?

'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' was not widely recognized with awards or nominations.

Which other Ngaio Marsh novel was adapted for one of the episodes?

The episode titled "Death at the Bar" was adapted from Ngaio Marsh's novel of the same name.

What was the typical format of an episode?

Each episode of 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' followed a classic whodunit format, where a murder was committed and Inspector Alleyn had to solve the case.

Who directed the majority of the episodes in the series?

The majority of the episodes in 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' were directed by John Woods.

Did the show feature any supernatural or fantastical elements?

No, 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' was grounded in reality and did not include supernatural or fantastical elements.

Was 'The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries' critically acclaimed?

While the show had a dedicated fanbase, it did not receive substantial critical acclaim.

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Also known as

  • Ngaio Marsh's Alleyn Mysteries
  • Alleyn Mysteries

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