Ep 4. Nursing Home Murder

Inspector Alleyn Mysteries season 1 episode 4, titled "Nursing Home Murder," follows Inspector Roderick Alleyn (Patrick Malahide) as he investigates the suspicious death of a wealthy woman at a nursing home. The episode begins with a group of residents at the nursing home gathering for a game of cards and gossiping about their fellow residents. One of them, wealthy widow Mrs. Eugenia Lamprey, confides in her friend Miss Emily Pride that she has received a strange letter threatening to expose a secret from her past.

The next morning, Mrs. Lamprey is found dead in her room. Inspector Alleyn arrives on the scene and begins to question the staff and residents to determine who had the opportunity and motive to kill Mrs. Lamprey. As he delves deeper into the investigation, Inspector Alleyn uncovers a web of deceit, jealousy, and greed amongst the nursing home’s occupants.

One suspect is Mrs. Lamprey's estranged daughter, who would inherit her mother's fortune upon her death. Another is Mrs. Lamprey's former nurse, who was fired after a dispute with the victim. The investigation also leads Inspector Alleyn to consider the motives of other nursing home residents, including a retired opera singer and an aging writer with a history of mental illness.

As the investigation intensifies, Inspector Alleyn is drawn deeper into the lives of the nursing home residents and begins to uncover hidden connections and long-held grudges. The tensions among the residents come to a head as each one tries to protect their secrets and avoid suspicion.

As the clues come together, Inspector Alleyn finally uncovers the truth behind Mrs. Lamprey's death and exposes a shocking twist. The episode comes to a satisfying conclusion as the killer is brought to justice and Inspector Alleyn delivers his signature witty commentary on the case.

Overall, "Nursing Home Murder" is a compelling and well-crafted mystery that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The episode showcases the talent of both the cast and the writers, with strong performances and clever plot twists. Fans of classic murder mysteries will not be disappointed by this episode of Inspector Alleyn Mysteries.