The adventures of Miss Jane Marple, an elderly spinster living in the quiet little village of St Mary Mead. During her many visits to friends and relatives in other villages, Miss Marple often stumbles upon mysterious murders which she helps solve. Although the police are sometimes reluctant to accept Miss Marple's help, her reputation and unparalleled powers of observation eventually win them over.
Agatha Christie's Marple (Season 4)
A Pocket Full of Rye (Episode 1) 7.4
Writer: Kevin Elyot
Air date: 2009-09-06
Overview: A detestable businessman is murdered while at work, and a handful of rye is found in his pockets. Soon after, members of his household fall victim to a killer intent on recreating scenes from a popular nursery rhyme.
Murder Is Easy (Episode 2) 7.4
Writer: Stephen Churchett
Air date: 2009-09-13
Overview: A village is plagued by a spate of seemingly accidental deaths, but Miss Marple is convinced a more sinister hand is involved when a villager on her way to Scotland Yard is conveniently dispatched.
They Do It with Mirrors (Episode 3) 7.0
Writer: Paul Rutman
Air date: 2010-01-01
Overview: A reformatory for delinquent boys run by Miss Marple's philanthropic friend becomes the scene of arson and poisoning, and ultimately murder.
Why Didn't They Ask Evans? (Episode 4) 6.9
Writer: Patrick Barlow
Air date: 2010-06-15
Overview: The cryptic final words of a dying man lead Miss Marple and two young adventurers to a dysfunctional family harboring dark secrets.
