Ep 1. The Case of the Middle-Aged Wife

In "The Case of the Middle-Aged Wife," the premiere episode of the Agatha Christie Hour, viewers are transported to the upper-class world of London society where a seemingly content wife named Joan discovers that her husband has been unfaithful to her. Upon confronting him, Joan is met with indifference and even disdain, causing her to spiral into a state of depression and despair.

Feeling lost and alone, Joan turns to her close friend, the wealthy Mrs. Hastings, for comfort and support. However, things take a dramatic turn when Mrs. Hastings beckons Joan to her home and confides in her that she believes her own husband is planning to murder her for her fortune. Shocked and unsure of what to do, Joan turns to a private detective agency for help.

The agency sends a young and determined detective named Parker Pyne to take on the case. As he embarks on his investigation, he begins to unravel the dangerous web of secrets and lies that exists within the Hastings household. Along the way, Pyne encounters a motley crew of potential suspects and even puts himself in harm's way as he tries to solve the case before it's too late.

With brilliant performances from the cast and a suspenseful plot that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, "The Case of the Middle-Aged Wife" is an instant classic in the Agatha Christie canon. Featuring all of the hallmarks of Christie's beloved mysteries - cunning detectives, wealthy socialites, and a tangled web of deceit - this episode sets the stage for a thrilling and unforgettable season of mysteries to come.