The Great Detective

Season 1

Canadian TV series filmed in part in Ontario. The series is based on the first government appointed provincial detective Alistair Cameron, set during the late Victorian era. He is assisted by his friend Dr. Chisum a pathologist. He relocates from Scotland to Canada for his job, and takes in a house keeper and becomes guardian of his niece. He also has a sergeant who assists on his cases.

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10 Episodes

  • The Case of the Magic Mandarin
    E1
    The Case of the Magic MandarinAlistair Cameron comes from Scotland to Canada when his niece is orphaned. When a magician is killed, Cameron solves the case. He is rewarded by a commission as the first provisional detective in the country, and he is persuaded to stay.
  • The Black Curse
    E2
    The Black CurseConflict has broken out, resulting in the death of a white settler. The "Indians" are suspected, but the Inspector keeps an open mind.
  • Death Takes a Curtain Call
    E3
    Death Takes a Curtain CallInspector Alastair Cameron investigates several theatrical murder cases which involve a dwarf, an orchestra leader, and an aging soprano.
  • Murder at Blenheim Swamp
    E4
    Murder at Blenheim SwampWhile investigating the murder of a visiting Englishman, Cameron suspects the local inhabitants know more than they are letting on.
  • Bloodhounds Can’t Fly
    E5
    Bloodhounds Can’t FlyOntario provincial detective Alistair Cameron investigates the kidnapping of a wealthy man's daughter, but uncovers diamonds, an unexpected villain, a band of pigeons, and a bloodhound.
  • Nightwalker of the Wards.
    E6
    Nightwalker of the Wards.Why are so many patients in the charity ward dying unexpectedly? Dr. Chisholm calls his friend to investigate.
  • Pretty Mary Mitchell
    E7
    Pretty Mary MitchellThe wife of a wealthy factory owner is kidnapped by his disgruntled employees. Inspector Cameron is called in to investigate.
  • The Curious Death of a Maiden Lady
    E8
    The Curious Death of a Maiden LadyWho murdered the kindly old woman? And why did they make it look like she was drunk when she only drank tea?
  • Song of the Hemp
    E9
    Song of the HempHow many times can a convicted murderer escape the gallows? When the hangman doesn't come, his assistant becomes a hostage in a prison break. Hanged bodies start turning up, and the hunt intensifies
  • Fire at Fenroy
    E10
    Fire at FenroyA young constable, in a panic because of local threats to his career, calls on the Inspector to solve a series of arsons.

 

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