Murder Most Horrid

Overview
Murder Most Horrid, launched in 1991, showcases the versatile Dawn French in a series of comedic mysteries. Each episode presents a unique storyline where she navigates the darkly humorous world of murder. French takes on various roles, often finding herself either as the perpetrator of a crime or, humorously, the victim. With its blend of wit and intrigue, the show cleverly explores the absurdities of murder while keeping audiences entertained with its engaging twists and French's remarkable performances.
Episodes
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1

The Case of the Missing
A traffic policewoman finds herself unexpectedly assigned to a murder investigation that initially appears to be simple. However, as she delves deepe...
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2

The Girl from Ipanema
When Maria, the housekeeper, starts working for MP Howling and his spouse Lydia, she is surprised by the reality of their home life. However, everythi...
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3

He Died a Death
Behind the curtains of a London theater, tension escalates into paranoia when a member of the cast is found dead during a live show. As the remaining ...
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4

A Determined Woman
Inventor Rita Proops decides to bring her lab work into her home as she embarks on creating the groundbreaking time machine. However, this decision l...
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5

Murder at Tea Time
Bunty, a beloved host of the children’s show 'Write Away,' is known for her charm and expertise in crafts involving sticky-back plastic. However, t...
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6

Mrs Hat and Mrs Red
Mrs. Hat is taken aback when she encounters her exact lookalike and can’t resist the urge to trail her back to her residence. To her astonishment, s...
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1

Overkill
Tina Mellish finds herself at rock bottom, contemplating ending her life. Meanwhile, Carmela Vezza, a professional killer, is on the verge of complet...
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2

Lady Luck
Denise Cunningham, a talented hairdresser, is overjoyed after winning a pair of tickets to America through her local radio station. However, her excit...
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3

A Severe Case of Death
In the heart of nineteenth-century England, Maude Jenkins battles societal norms in her quest to become a physician. Her journey is fraught with pass...
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4

We All Hate Granny
Tom has recently been laid off, and Jocasta is struggling to manage the kids, but with Granny's impending death, they believe life will improve.
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5

Mangez Merveillac
Verity Hodge, a travel and culinary author, stumbles upon an overlooked gem in France that has escaped the attention of writers and tourists alike. H...
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6

Smashing Bird
Ray, a getaway driver, and his fiancée Vicky, a talented singer at a nightclub, plan to leave their criminal past behind. However, a tragic explosion...
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1

Girl Friday
Sally Fairfax works as a personal assistant for the charming yet unfaithful Harvey Stafford. Her loyalty is put to the ultimate test when she unexpec...
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2

A Life or Death Operation
Dr. Kate Marshall (Dawn French), an exceptional surgeon, finds herself in a desperate situation when the widow of a deceased patient accuses her of m...
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3

Dying Live
Daisy Talwinning, a former slaughterhouse employee who was dismissed for her inability to harm the adorable animals, travels to the South American des...
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4

The Body Politic
As the General Election approaches, opposition leader Jerry Bryce and his wife Linda prepare for their anticipated move to No 10. However, their plans...
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5

Confess
After being apprehended for the assassination of a police officer, ex-gang leader Frank Foster finds himself under the scrutiny of Sgt Hodge and Sgt ...
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6

Dead on Time
The Angel of Death, a surprisingly cheerful figure, faces an ominous challenge: he must collect a certain number of souls or risk being condemned to a...
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1

Frozen
In the struggling village of Skinton, where post-war shortages are rampant, sisters Lily and Iris hide a precious stash of cakes in their freezer. Ho...
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2

Going Solo
Tracy Phillips and Karen Sullivan are an unexpected duo embarking on a global yacht race, and their differences quickly become apparent. As they stru...
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3

Whoopi Stone
WPC Barbara Greaves leads a dual life as a traffic officer and an unfulfilled homemaker. Her routine takes an exciting turn when a CDI investigator p...
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4

Confessions of a Murderer
Harriet Snellgrove, a devoted fan of crime television, fantasizes about being apprehended. She frequently makes trips to the Nuttley police station, e...
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5

Elvis, Jesus and Zack
In a bid to revive her struggling obituaries department, a savvy television producer orchestrates the fake demise of a once-famous rock legend. As the...
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6

Dinner at Tiffany's
Tiffany Drapes, the enthusiastic mealtime supervisor, finds joy in her role at school, largely due to her deep feelings for Gloria, the headmistress ...