Murder, She Wrote

Former English teacher Jessica Fletcher goes to New York to celebrate the success of her first novel, only to find herself caught up in a murder that occurs during a costume party.

Following a violent storm, the four Earl daughters report their father's death to Sheriff Tupper, claiming it occurred while they were boating. As their accounts of the incident shift, Sheriff Tupper and Amos uncover contradictions, especially after discovering that the mysterious guest Ralph is actually Stephen Earl, leading them to investigate who killed him and the reasons behind the deception.

Jessica attends her niece's wedding in San Francisco but becomes concerned when Victoria suspects her fiancé, Howard, is having an affair. While relieved to learn Howard is instead performing in drag at a nightclub, their relief is short-lived when he is arrested for the murder of his boss. Jessica sets out to clear his name before the police close the case.

Jessica is horrified to see her first novel being adapted in a Hollywood film under producer Jerry Lydecker's control. When Lydecker is found dead during a staged event, Jessica becomes the main suspect, but the lead investigator, believing in her intelligence, enlists her help to uncover the true killer.

A man dies under mysterious circumstances during a fox-hunt at Langley Manor, a Southern country estate, prompting Jessica to investigate the truth behind his death.

Jessica, while giving a lecture in Seattle, becomes convinced that the young man she hired as her secretary is innocent of being a killer.

Jessica assists a peculiar neighbor who is suspected of killing his ex-partner using one of his unusual inventions.

Jessica is called in to assist with the murder case of a wealthy and unpopular amusement park owner, whose death is considered nearly unsolvable.

Jessica investigates the murder of a young dancer that occurs backstage during a special ballet performance, ultimately uncovering the killer's connection to a defecting ballerina.

When a charismatic hypnotist is found dead in a locked room during a demonstration for a group of journalists, Jessica is called upon to use her sharp deductive skills to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death.

Jessica is temporarily appointed to replace a deceased congressman, quickly finding herself immersed in the complex and strategic world of Washington politics.

A Broadway icon and her daughter take center stage in a musical produced by her son, unaware that danger is about to unfold behind the scenes.

Jessica investigates the sudden death of a renowned musician who collapses and dies during a live performance in New Orleans.

Jessica's niece becomes a target of fear and suspicion during a cruise meant to help her cope with her husband's mysterious disappearance, as unsettling events blur the line between grief and danger.

A renowned artist faces danger while staying on a serene Mediterranean island, where the tranquility is disrupted by ominous events.

Jessica meets Harry McGraw and they investigate three potential cases, one dating back 25 years, to determine which holds the key to understanding the murder of a private detective.

Jessica finds herself thrust into the world of professional football after unexpectedly inheriting a stake in a team, forcing her to quickly come to terms with the sport and its complexities.

During an awards convention, an unpublished manuscript goes missing and its author is found dead under mysterious circumstances.

A routine bus journey takes a dark turn when a passenger is discovered with a one-way ticket, hinting at a deeper mystery.

Jessica is taken to the hospital against her wishes following a minor incident at the airport.

A struggling entertainer learns that even the most advanced security measures may not protect them from danger.

A rancher from Wyoming unexpectedly bequeaths his entire estate to a stranger, angering his daughter who was left out of the inheritance.