Ellery Queen Season 1 Episode 15
Ellery Queen
Season 1

Ep 15. The Adventure of the Eccentric Engineer

  • TV-NR
  • January 18, 1976
  • 48 min
  • 8.3  (94)

Ellery Queen season 1 episode 15, titled "The Adventure of the Eccentric Engineer," follows the brilliant detective and his father as they try to solve a complicated murder case involving an eccentric engineer named Martin.

The episode begins with Ellery and his father being invited to Martin's mansion to witness his latest invention, a powerful new machine that could revolutionize the power industry. As they arrive, they find that Martin is a strange and reclusive figure, surrounded by a group of equally eccentric scientists and engineers.

However, their visit takes a dark turn when Martin is found dead in his laboratory, apparently the victim of a freak accident involving his machine. But Ellery soon realizes that there may be more to the story, and begins to investigate the case with his usual meticulous attention to detail.

As Ellery unravels the complex web of relationships and potential motives among the guests at Martin's mansion, he starts to suspect that Martin's death was not an accident at all, but a carefully planned murder. With the help of his father and the police, Ellery must sift through a maze of clues and confront a cast of suspicious characters in order to uncover the truth and catch the killer.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the usual mix of witty banter, clever sleuthing, and surprising plot twists that make Ellery Queen such an engaging and entertaining series. The chemistry between Ellery and his father is as charming as ever, and the guest stars do an excellent job of portraying their quirky and offbeat characters.

Overall, "The Adventure of the Eccentric Engineer" is a must-see episode for fans of classic detective dramas and anyone who loves a good murder mystery. With its engaging story, clever writing, and charismatic cast, it is sure to keep viewers guessing until the very end.

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Description
  • First Aired
    January 18, 1976
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    48 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (94)