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Murder, She Wrote

  • TV Series
  • 1984–19961984–1996
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 50m
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Murder, She Wrote (1984)
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  • Crime
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Professional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.Professional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.Professional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.

IMDb RATING
7.1/10
23K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
254
10
  • Creators
    • Peter S. Fischer
    • Richard Levinson
    • William Link
  • Stars
    • Angela Lansbury
    • William Windom
    • Ron Masak
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  • Creators
    • Peter S. Fischer
    • Richard Levinson
    • William Link
  • Stars
    • Angela Lansbury
    • William Windom
    • Ron Masak
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    • 87User reviews
    • 33Critic reviews
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    • Won 2 Primetime Emmys
      • 34 wins & 55 nominations total

    Episodes264

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    Angela Lansbury, Ron Masak, and William Windom in Murder, She Wrote (1984)
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    Angela Lansbury
    Angela Lansbury
    • Jessica Fletcheras Jessica Fletcher…
    264 episodes264 eps • 1984–1996
    William Windom
    William Windom
    • Dr. Seth Hazlittas Dr. Seth Hazlitt…
    53 episodes53 eps • 1985–1996
    Ron Masak
    Ron Masak
    • Sheriff Mort Metzgeras Sheriff Mort Metzger…
    41 episodes41 eps • 1985–1996
    Louis Herthum
    Louis Herthum
    • Deputy Andy Broomas Deputy Andy Broom…
    25 episodes25 eps • 1989–1996
    Tom Bosley
    Tom Bosley
    • Sheriff Amos Tupperas Sheriff Amos Tupper
    19 episodes19 eps • 1984–1988
    Will Nye
    Will Nye
    • Deputy Floydas Deputy Floyd…
    15 episodes15 eps • 1988–1991
    Michael Horton
    Michael Horton
    • Grady Fletcheras Grady Fletcher…
    12 episodes12 eps • 1984–1995
    Ken Swofford
    Ken Swofford
    • Lt. Catalanoas Lt. Catalano…
    11 episodes11 eps • 1985–1992
    Julie Adams
    Julie Adams
    • Eve Simpsonas Eve Simpson
    10 episodes10 eps • 1987–1993
    Herb Edelman
    Herb Edelman
    • NYPD Lieutenant Artie Gelberas NYPD Lieutenant Artie Gelber…
    10 episodes10 eps • 1984–1995
    Keith Michell
    Keith Michell
    • Dennis Stantonas Dennis Stanton
    9 episodes9 eps • 1988–1993
    Bradford Dillman
    Bradford Dillman
    • Arthur Brentas Arthur Brent…
    8 episodes8 eps • 1985–1995
    Richard Paul
    Richard Paul
    • Mayor Sam Boothas Mayor Sam Booth
    8 episodes8 eps • 1986–1992
    Len Cariou
    Len Cariou
    • Michael Hagartyas Michael Hagarty…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1985–1992
    Gregg Henry
    Gregg Henry
    • Sheriff Lynn Childsas Sheriff Lynn Childs…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1985–1996
    James Sloyan
    James Sloyan
    • Robert Butleras Robert Butler…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1986–1991
    Rosanna Huffman
    • Connie Milesas Connie Miles…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1984–1994
    Hallie Todd
    Hallie Todd
    • Rhoda Markowitzas Rhoda Markowitz…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1989–1991
    • Creators
      • Peter S. Fischer
      • Richard Levinson
      • William Link
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    Storyline

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    Former high school English teacher and famed mystery writer Jessica Fletcher (Dame Angela Lansbury) has a gift for solving mysteries. You see, it seems murder follows her around, whether it be to the houses of her seemingly endless number of friends, nieces, and nephews, or right in her hometown of Cabot Cove, Maine. Jessica is sometimes assisted by her friend Dr. Seth Hazlitt (William Windom) or the local Sheriff, Amos Tupper (Tom Bosley) and Tupper's successor, Mort Metzger (Ron Masak), a former New York City cop. Sometimes, later in the series, Jessica would only serve as narrator. In later seasons, Jessica moved to Manhattan to teach criminology at Manhattan University. —Mike Hatchett <hatchetts13@webtv.net>
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    • Certificate
      • TV-PG
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    • Trivia
      The harbor of Jessica's home town, Cabot Cove, is actually the "Jaws (1975)" lake on the "Universal Studios" tram tour.
    • Goofs
      We see Jessica Fletcher constantly ask the local Sheriff's and homicide detectives working with her (or the Sheriff's and detectives themselves) to put out APB's (All Points Bulletins) or BOLOs (Be On the Look Out) to bring suspects and witnesses in. When found the police just walk up to people and place them in the squad car, taking them to the station for Mrs. Fletcher and the Sheriff's/detective's to interview even though it's pretty clear they didn't want to come. If there is no probable cause for an arrest or an active arrest warrant, the police can't make you go anywhere against your will. Once in a while, a wealthy or educated person will assert this and ask a lawyer to be present but this is rare.
    • Quotes

      [repeated line]

      Jessica Fletcher: That's odd.

    • Connections
      Edited into The Green Fog (2017)

    User reviews87

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    Top review
    One of the greatest shows ever
    You don't have to be an old lady to like this show; I'm sixteen years old and a male to boot. I am a big fan of whodunits, and always have been. This is one of the best. In the first few seasons, several episodes featured creative and delightful gimmicks. Although creatively the series sagged a bit in the "middle years," the last two seasons showed a resurgence in quality. Throughout the series' twelve years, however, very few episodes failed to deliver in terms of the mystery itself: it's always fun to try to find the clues and deduce their meaning before the detective does, but if you don't, it's also fun to hear the explanation.

    Although there are several lovable recurring characters, the only real regular in the series is Angela Lansbury. Consequently, the format is refreshingly free, and the writers aren't forced to bog the stories down for a boatload of regulars. However, there are always plenty of interesting characters acting as suspects. Frequently there are famous beloved older guest stars, especially in the first few seasons, but the special guest star is not always the killer; the mystery always comes first! This is an old-fashioned mystery series, unmarred by an overdose of violence or melodrama. Plus, Jessica Fletcher is a character that one can't help but love, and Angela Lansbury plays it to charming perfection.

    There is, of course, the obvious creative license: that Jessica Fletcher always accidentally stumbles across a murder. If you are willing to put this aside, this is a show one can really enjoy. (Note: The show pokes fun at itself on occasion, including one where Jessica reveals that she is nicknamed "the Bloody Mary of murder.")
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    • Comrade Genghis
    • Jul 1, 2000

    FAQ3

    • Are Angela and Bruce Lansbury related?
    • Can someone explain what is a romance novel writer doing playing detective? She does a cop's job without a gun and the cops allow her? Making them look bad, not doing their own job, yet they don't stop her. Can anyone explain why? (Other than it's a TV show. I mean character reasons and all... It just makes little sense.)
    • Why is this old lady---who's not a detective but a writer---allowed by police to investigate and solve crimes, in every locale where she goes?

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    • Release date
      • September 30, 1984 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Immer wenn sie Krimis schrieb...
    • Filming locations
      • Blair House Inn - 45110 Little Lake Street, Mendocino, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Corymore Productions
      • Universal Television
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    • Runtime
      50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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