The Great Detective
The Great Detective is a Canadian television drama, which aired on CBC from 1979 to 1982. It starred Douglas Campbell and James Dugan.
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Season 1
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E1
The Case of the Magic Mandarin
Alistair 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.
Jan 17, 1979 -
2
E2
The Black Curse
Conflict has broken out, resulting in the death of a white settler. The "Indians" are suspected, but the Inspector keeps an open mind.
Jan 24, 1979 -
3
E3
Death Takes a Curtain Call
Inspector Alastair Cameron investigates several theatrical murder cases which involve a dwarf, an orchestra leader, and an aging soprano.
Jan 31, 1979 -
4
E4
Murder at Blenheim Swamp
While investigating the murder of a visiting Englishman, Cameron suspects the local inhabitants know more than they are letting on.
Feb 7, 1979 -
5
E5
Bloodhounds Can’t Fly
Ontario 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.
Feb 14, 1979 -
6
E6
Nightwalker of the Wards.
Why are so many patients in the charity ward dying unexpectedly? Dr. Chisholm calls his friend to investigate.
Feb 21, 1979 -
7
E7
Pretty Mary Mitchell
The wife of a wealthy factory owner is kidnapped by his disgruntled employees. Inspector Cameron is called in to investigate.
Feb 28, 1979 -
8
E8
The Curious Death of a Maiden Lady
Who murdered the kindly old woman? And why did they make it look like she was drunk when she only drank tea?
Mar 7, 1979 -
9
E9
Song of the Hemp
How 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
Mar 14, 1979 -
10
E10
Fire at Fenroy
A young constable, in a panic because of local threats to his career, calls on the Inspector to solve a series of arsons.
Mar 21, 1979