

Failed TV pilot buried in '84? This murder mystery deserved better.
Boston professor and amateur detective, Michael Spraggue, together with his eccentric aunt investigates a suspicious physician in connection with the death of his acquaintance which endangers their lives.
Acting
Glynis Johns steals scenes as eccentric aunt.
Production
Genuine Boston locations elevate cheap budget.
Director
Larry Elikann
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Linda Barnes' novels; she wrote eight Spraggue books despite this pilot's failure.
Elikann directed seventeen TV movies in the 80s—this was his failed shot at a series.