Ep 4. Ordeal by Innocence

In Agatha Christie's Marple season 3 episode 4, titled "Ordeal by Innocence," viewers are taken to the fictional town of Sunny Point. This rural English village is rocked by the brutal murder of wealthy philanthropist and mother of five, Rachel Argyle.

The family home is full at the time of the murder, with all of Rachel's adopted children and her husband, Leo, gathered together for a family celebration. Each member of the family has their own secrets and motives, making the investigation all the more complicated.

The suspected killer is none other than Leo's son Jack, who at the time of the murder was living with his friend, Arthur Calgary. Jack is taken into custody and eventually convicted of the murder, with Arthur serving as the key witness against him.

Flash forward two years later and a stranger named Dr. Calgary arrives in Sunny Point with new information that could exonerate Jack. With his newfound evidence, Dr. Calgary must navigate the complicated dynamics of the Argyle family and delve deep into their past to uncover the truth about Rachel's murder.

The investigation takes many twists and turns, revealing the dark secrets of each member of the Argyle family and throwing suspicion onto several of them. As Dr. Calgary races against the clock to not only clear Jack's name but also find the true killer, he must face the consequences of digging up the past and potentially ruining the lives of those involved.

"Ordeal by Innocence" is a gripping whodunit filled with complex characters, intricate plots, and plenty of suspense. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they try to solve the mystery alongside Dr. Calgary and the Argyle family.