Episodes
1. The Case of the Magic Mandarin
January 17, 1979
60 min
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.
2. The Black Curse
January 24, 1979
60 min
Conflict has broken out, resulting in the death of a white settler. The "Indians" are suspected, but the Inspector keeps an open mind.
Guest Stars:
Graham Greene
3. Death Takes a Curtain Call
January 31, 1979
60 min
Inspector Alastair Cameron investigates several theatrical murder cases which involve a dwarf, an orchestra leader, and an aging soprano.
4. Murder at Blenheim Swamp
February 7, 1979
60 min
While investigating the murder of a visiting Englishman, Cameron suspects the local inhabitants know more than they are letting on.
5. Bloodhounds Can’t Fly
February 14, 1979
60 min
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.
6. Nightwalker of the Wards.
February 21, 1979
60 min
Why are so many patients in the charity ward dying unexpectedly? Dr. Chisholm calls his friend to investigate.
7. Pretty Mary Mitchell
February 28, 1979
60 min
The wife of a wealthy factory owner is kidnapped by his disgruntled employees. Inspector Cameron is called in to investigate.
8. The Curious Death of a Maiden Lady
March 7, 1979
60 min
Who murdered the kindly old woman? And why did they make it look like she was drunk when she only drank tea?
9. Song of the Hemp
March 14, 1979
60 min
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
