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Why Didn't They Ask Evans?

Why Didn't They Ask Evans?

19803h
ThrillerTV MovieMystery

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Released

Release

1980

Runtime

3h

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Storyline

This intriguing story is set in the 1930s at a country house, where two amateur sleuths, Bobby Jones and Lady Frankie Derwent, try to unravel the mystery behind a tale of murder, suspense and false identities. And the only clues the two have to go on are the puzzling last words of a dying man. Featuring characters created by Agatha Christie, Why Didn't They Ask Evans is a classic crime thriller sure to please murder-mystery fans.

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Status
Released
Runtime
3h
Mar 30, 1980
Languages
English
Director
John Davies
Tony Wharmby
Tony Wharmby
Production
LWT
LWT
ITV
ITV
Production Countries
United Kingdom

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