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| Murder Call | |
|---|---|
Main cast | |
| Created by | |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 56 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Kris Noble |
| Producer | Peter Askew |
| Production location | Sydney |
| Running time | approx. 45 minutes |
| Production company | Southern Star Entertainment |
| Original release | |
| Network | Nine Network |
| Release | 11 August 1997 – 9 October 2000 |
Murder Call is an Australian television series, created by Hal McElroy for the Southern Star Entertainment and broadcast on the Nine Network between 1997 and 2000.[1] The series was inspired by the Tessa Vance novels by Jennifer Rowe, both of which were adapted as episodes, while Rowe also developed story treatments for 38 episodes throughout the series.
Synopsis
[edit]Murder Call focuses on cases confronted by an unconventional team of homicide detectives, Tessa Vance and Steve Hayden. Steve is an often light-hearted "man's man" who is moving up the career hierarchy. Tessa is more introspective and no-nonsense, and often solves the murder with her intuition and insight. Their team includes boss Inspector Malcolm Thorne, police Constable Dee Suzeraine, forensic services expert Lance Fisk, and unorthodox doctor Imogen "Tootsie" Soames.
Production
[edit]Murder Call was initially conceived as an adaptation of the Verity Birdwood murder mystery novels by Jennifer Rowe. Birdwood is an amateur private investigator, who spends her time as a freelance journalist for the ABC. Sigrid Thornton was attached to play the role, with the program given a 26-episode order by the Seven Network under the title Murder Calling.[2] Ultimately, creative differences - reportedly over whether or not the series should adopt a cosy Murder, She Wrote-style approach - saw the Seven Network let go of the property. Production moved to the Nine Network, with a relocation from Melbourne to Sydney during which time Thornton dropped out.[3] The series was retitled Murder Calls before settling on its final name. Ultimately, desiring to create a series with a darker vein than the Verity Birdwood novels, McElroy switched to Rowe's Tessa Vance series, comprising the novels Suspect/Deadline and Something Wicked. Rowe provided story treatments for 38 of the series' 56 episodes, which were then expanded upon by the screenwriters.
Murder Call was filmed in Sydney and often shot the less spectacular side of the city. The exterior of the Homicide station was filmed at Ashington House (formerly AFT House/Delfin House), on O'Connell Street in Sydney.
The first production season consisted of 22 episodes[4] as well as a TV movie, Deadline, based on the novel of the same name by Rowe (which would ultimately air in two parts).[5] The second production season consisted of 32 episodes, which were designed to be aired over two years.[6]
Ultimately, Nine aired the episodes over three televised seasons, dramatically out of production order. The third season commenced airing in 1999 but was cancelled in August of that year to budget concerns. The series was taken off air, with the final 9 episodes airing in late 2000. When the episodes were added to the 7plus streaming service in 2021, they were available in the original two production seasons, in order of production.[7]
Cast
[edit]Main
[edit]- Lucy Bell as Detective Tessa Vance
- Peter Mochrie as Detective Steve Hayden
- Glenda Linscott as Dr. Imogen 'Tootsie' Soames
- Geoff Morrell as Sergeant Lance Fisk
- Jennifer Kent as Constable Dee Suzeraine
- Gary Day as Detective Inspector Malcolm Thorne
Season 1 guests (1997)
[edit]- Alan David Lee as Robin Elbin (E12: "Wages of Sin")
- Bob Baines as Max May (E16: "Heartstopper")
- Brett Climo as Kim Kouros (E7: "Black Friday")
- Chris Haywood as Jack Teller (E6: "Hot Shot")
- Danny Roberts as Matt Propert (E7: "Black Friday")
- Diana McLean as Adele Andriette (E1: "Ashes to Ashes")
- Gosia Dobrowolska as Vida Kristov (E4: "Dead Clean")
- Ian Bliss as Scott McKenna (E1: "Ashes to Ashes")
- Inge Hornstra as Bliss Bridie (E9: "Something Wicked")
- Jennifer Cluff as Elly Jago (E8: "Last Stop")
- Jeremy Callaghan as Ezra Sims (E1: "Ashes to Ashes")
- Jessica Napier as Brodie Cochrane (E5: "Who Killed Cock Robin?")
- Judi Farr as Mrs Parkins (E7: "Black Friday")
- Kieran Darcy-Smith as Felix Kiver (E3: "Cat and Mouse")
- Leeanna Walsman as Camilla Collins (E14: "Blood Heat")
- Lyn Collingwood as Mother Agnes (E12: "Wages of Sin")
- Melissa George as Petra Salinis (E6: "Hot Shot")
- Nicolle Dickson as Maddie Herman (E6: "Hot Shot")
- Paul Bishop as Mike Olsen (E15: "Fall from Grace")
- Paula Arundell as Rebecca Voss (E2: "The Burial")
- Penne Hackforth-Jones as Ena Rooth (E1: "Ashes to Ashes")
- Teo Gebert as Simon Kristov (E4: "Dead Clean")
- Victoria Longley as Cynthia Chase (E6: "Hot Shot")
Season 2 guests (1998)
[edit]- Helen Thomson as Chyna Gold (E1: "Dared to Death")
- Dee Smart as Mariena Soeteman (E1: "Dared to Death")
- Kate Fitzpatrick as Madeleine Gault (E2: "Many Unhappy Returns")
- Tory Mussett as Melissa Hindwood (E4: "Fatal Charm")
- Rebecca Smart as Claudine Kent (E4: "Fatal Charm")
- Anne Tenney as Nerida Hertzberg (E5: "Short Circuit")
- John Batchelor as Wayne Pax (E6: "Cold Comfort")
- Roy Billing as Harry Polding (E6: "Cold Comfort")
- Matt Boesenberg as Constable Ferris (E6: "Cold Comfort")
- Danielle Carter as Sharon Gavin (E7: "Murder in Reverse")
- Essie Davis as Judy St. John (E9: "Deadfall")
- Graeme Blundell as Morgan Mason (E9: "Dead Fall")
- Roxane Wilson as Kristen Charlton (E9: "Dead Fall")
- Barry Otto as Otis Farrow (E10-11: "Deadline (Parts 1 & 2)")
- Malcolm Kennard as Marty Matthewa (E10-11: "Deadline (Parts 1 & 2)")
- Carole Skinner as Mickey Lane (E10-11: "Deadline (Parts 1 & 2)")
- Damon Herriman as Lindsay Cramer (E10-11: "Deadline (Parts 1 & 2)")
- Richard O'Brien (E10-11: "Deadline (Parts 1 & 2)")
- Elizabeth Alexander as Hilary Windsor (E12: "Something Fishy")
- Rhondda Findleton as Freda Holland (E12: "Something Fishy")
- Anthony Hayes as Eddie Lamb (E13: "A Dress to Die For")
- Peter Sumner as Bette Fidler / Vic Bamford (E13: "A Dress to Die For")
- Brendan Higgins as Carl Sanderson (E13: "A Dress to Die For")
- Tony Sheldon as Garth Boyle (E13: "A Dress to Die For")
- Simon Burke as Guy Searle (E14: "Menu for Murder")
- Deborah Galanos as Paige Christian (E14: "Menu for Murder")
- Christine Stephen-Daly as Sonia Black (E15: "Cry Wolf")
- Jason Clarke as Zac Hartman (E16: "A View to a Kill")
- Martin Dingle-Wall as Drug Dealer (E16: "A View to Kill")
- Lewis Fitz-Gerald as Lionel MacKenzie (E16: "A View to Kill")
- Ivar Kants as Hugo Riccadelli (E17: "Blowing the Whistle")
- Anna Lise Phillips as Eileen Watson (E17: "Blowing the Whistle")
- Ann Burbrook as Celia Stemitt (E18: "Instrument of Death")
- Justin Monjo as Roland Lacey (E18: "Instrument of Death")
- Kate Fischer as Gabby Minogue (E19: "Bone Dead")
- Melissa Madden Gray as Rowena Brewster (E19: "Bone Dead")
- Jason Chong as Claude Wang
- Betty Lucas as Prudence Smith (1 episode)
- Susan Lyons as Amanda MacKenzie (E16: "A View to a Kill")
- Sarah Peirse as Harriet Fratelli (1 episode)
Season 3 guests (1999-2000)
[edit]- Aaron Jeffery as Rory Simmons (1 episode)
- Annie Byron as Magda Trebor (E1: "Dead Offerings")
- Arianthe Galani as Antoinette de Bono
- Bartholomew John as Sebastian Tombs (E12: "A Stab in the Dark")
- Brian Rooney as Nero (1 episode)
- Bridie Carter as Jessica Millay (E20: "Done to Death")
- Josef Ber as Michael Frampton (1 episode)
- Justin Rosniak as Luchano Andrea (1 episode)
- Kate Raison as Abigail Easton (1 episode)
- Lenka Kripac as Lily Aureli (1 episode)
- Ling-Hsueh Tang as Emma (1 episode)
- Michala Banas as Kylie McDonald (E11: "Cut & Dried")
- Michael Denkha as Carlo (1 episode)
- Nicholas Bishop as Marshall Bowdon (1 episode)
- Norman Kaye as Vic Popov (1 episode)
- Paul Mercurio as Travis Draper (1 episode)
- Peter Kowitz as Richard Nossiter (1 episode)
- Rose Byrne as Sarah Watson (E17: "Still Life")
- Sandy Gore as Penny Satchwell (1 episode)
- Sarah Aubrey as Amy Simms
- Steve Le Marquand as David Hand (1 episode)
- Zoe Carides as Dr. Constance Young (E7: "A Blow to the Heart")
Episodes
[edit]Murder Call ran for three seasons and produced 56 episodes. See List of Murder Call episodes.
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season premiere | Season finale | ||||
| 1 | 16 | 11 August 1997 | 23 November 1997 | Nine Network | |
| 2 | 20 | 7 July 1998 | 24 November 1998 | ||
| 3 | 20 | 21 April 1999 | 9 October 2000 | ||
Home media
[edit]It was announced by Via Vision Entertainment in March 2019 that they would be releasing the complete collection of Murder Call on DVD.
As of 2022, the series is available for streaming on Amazon Prime and 7plus. The episodes are rearranged into production, rather than broadcast, order.[8]
| Title | Format | Episodes | Discs | Region 4 (Australia) | Special features | Distributors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Call Season 01 | DVD | 16 | 3 | 3 April 2019 | None | Via Vision Entertainment |
| Murder Call Season 02 | DVD | 20 | 5 | 5 June 2019 | The TV movie Deadline is included as a special feature, as it aired alongside this television season. | Via Vision Entertainment |
| Murder Call Season 03 | DVD | 21 | 5 | 4 September 2019 | None | Via Vision Entertainment |
| Murder Call Complete Collection | DVD | 57 | 13 | 7 October 2020 | None | Via Vision Entertainment |
References
[edit]- ^ "Murder Call". TV Guide.
- ^ "Sigrid set for murder". TV Week (archived online). 23 March 1996. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ "Briefly..." TV Week (archived online). 30 March 1996. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ "Murder Call". Eden Productions website. Eden Productions. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ "Murder Call". The Screen Australia Guide. Screen Australia. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ Crayford, Peter (9 May 1998). "Screen doors - our opening to the world a big buck TV". Australian Financial Review. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ "Murder Call". 7plus. Seven Network. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
- ^ "Murder Call". 7Plus. Retrieved 23 March 2022.
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[edit]Murder Call
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Premise
Murder Call is an Australian television series centered on the investigations of homicide detectives Tessa Vance and Steve Hayden, who tackle complex murder cases in Sydney. Tessa, portrayed as intuitive and emotionally driven, contrasts sharply with Steve's methodical and career-oriented approach, forming an "odd couple" dynamic that propels their partnership. The duo often confronts bizarre killings or scenarios involving multiple victims, blending suspense with elements of humor and romance.[3][5] Supporting the lead investigators is a dedicated team at the Sydney homicide unit. Inspector Malcolm Thorne provides supervisory oversight with his disciplined and ambitious style, while rookie Constable Dee Suzeraine handles crime scene photography and initial fieldwork. Forensic expert Lance Fisk brings eccentricity to evidence analysis as a Detective Senior Sergeant, and medical examiner Imogen "Tootsie" Soames delivers expert pathological insights. This ensemble aids in unraveling clue-based puzzles amid the city's glamorous yet gritty backdrop.[3] The series draws loose inspiration from Jennifer Rowe's Tessa Vance mystery novels, which emphasize intricate whodunit structures infused with suspense and character interplay. Rowe, a prominent Australian crime author, co-created the show, adapting elements from her earlier Verity Birdwood series as well. This foundation underscores the program's focus on intellectual deduction and interpersonal tension driving the narrative.[6][3]Format and style
Murder Call features self-contained episodes, each approximately 45 minutes in length, structured as classic whodunit puzzles centered on bizarre homicides.[3][7] These stories typically involve multiple murders, a cast of suspects with alibis and motives, red herrings, and unexpected twists that detectives unravel through clues.[3] The narrative follows a procedural investigation format, providing full resolution and closure within each installment, without overarching season-long arcs.[3] The show's tone blends high-tech 1990s forensics with a touch of 1940s retro charm, incorporating elements of action, suspense, humor, romance, and the bizarre, such as eccentric killers and unconventional crime scenes.[8] This mix creates an atmospheric narrative charged with secrets, danger, glamour, and humanity, often spiced with dry wit amid the thriller elements.[3] The style emphasizes clue-puzzle plots that reward armchair detectives, combining mystery with character-driven interpersonal dynamics.[8] Visually, the series is set in urban Sydney locations, showcasing the city's contemporary environments during fast-paced investigations.[3] Pacing maintains a brisk rhythm through quick clue revelations and suspect interrogations, though occasional out-of-order broadcasting could slightly disrupt minor continuity in character arcs.[9] Procedurally, the format highlights team collaboration among detectives, forensic experts, and supervisors, balancing intuitive leaps with empirical evidence to solve cases.[3] Leads Tessa Vance's emotional, lateral thinking contrasts with Steve Hayden's methodical approach, underscoring the tension between gut instinct and hard facts in achieving per-episode justice.[1]Production
Development
Murder Call was created by Hal McElroy and Jennifer Rowe, and produced by Southern Star Entertainment as an adaptation of mystery novels by Australian author Jennifer Rowe. The series drew initial inspiration from Rowe's Verity Birdwood detective stories, with plans to feature Sigrid Thornton in the lead role under the working title Murder Calling.[3] Originally pitched to the Seven Network, the project faced setbacks due to creative differences, including Thornton's withdrawal from the commitment, leading to its relocation to the Nine Network in 1997. This shift necessitated a recasting and reorientation, ultimately centering the narrative on Rowe's Tessa Vance character from her suspense novels, such as Deadline and Something Wicked, which were later adapted into episodes. Rowe also developed story treatments for 38 episodes.[3] The production was planned for a total of 56 episodes, produced over two production blocks from 1997 to 2000 and aired across three seasons. Southern Star emphasized the series' alignment with Australian content regulations, which mandated local programming quotas for networks, while capitalizing on the popularity of procedural crime dramas in the late 1990s.[10][6]Filming
Murder Call was filmed entirely in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, utilizing a mix of urban and suburban locations to authentically represent the operations of the city's homicide unit. The production captured the grittier aspects of Sydney, including lesser-known areas alongside iconic landmarks, to enhance the realism of the crime drama. The exterior shots of the homicide station were specifically filmed at Ashington House (formerly AFT House or Delfin House) on O'Connell Street in central Sydney.[11][12] The series was produced in blocks across its three seasons, with episodes shot in sequence to streamline logistics but often broadcast out of production order by the Nine Network. This scheduling decision resulted in minor continuity discrepancies in some storylines, as the aired sequence did not always align with the filming timeline. Filming commenced in June 1997 for the initial season, allowing the show to maintain a consistent production pace without significant interruptions.[11] Technical execution reflected standard 1990s Australian television practices, employing color cinematography in a 1.33:1 aspect ratio and stereo sound mixing, processed at Atlab Film Laboratory Services in Sydney. Practical effects were used for forensic scenes, emphasizing tangible props and on-location simulations rather than early digital enhancements. Each episode adhered to a 50-minute runtime, fitting the format of commercial network drama slots. Production faced logistical challenges in balancing interior studio scenes, primarily for the police station sets, with extensive outdoor shoots across Sydney's diverse environments. No major strikes, weather delays, or other significant disruptions were reported during the run, enabling a steady output of 56 episodes over the series' duration.[12][4]Cast and characters
Main cast
The main cast of Murder Call centers on the homicide squad's core team, led by Lucy Bell as Detective Tessa Vance, the intuitive and unconventional investigator who drives the series' cases, appearing in all 56 episodes across three seasons.[13] Her partner, the level-headed and procedure-oriented Detective Steve Hayden, is played by Peter Mochrie throughout the run, forming the show's signature odd-couple dynamic.[13] Gary Day portrays Detective Inspector Malcolm Thorne, the authoritative squad leader who oversees operations and appears in every episode.[13] Supporting roles include Geoff Morrell as Detective Senior Sergeant Lance Fisk, the eccentric forensics expert who aids investigations across all three seasons.[13] Glenda Linscott plays Dr. Imogene "Tootsie" Soames, the quirky pathologist providing essential autopsy details, featured across all seasons.[13] Jennifer Kent recurs as Constable Dee Suzeraine, the squad's photographer and junior officer, across all three seasons.[13] The casting process emphasized strong interpersonal chemistry for the lead detectives, with the series originally developed as an adaptation of Jennifer Rowe's Verity Birdwood novels and Sigrid Thornton initially attached to the role of Tessa Vance before Bell was selected.[3]Guest appearances
Murder Call featured a wide array of guest stars from Australian television and film, who portrayed suspects, victims, witnesses, and other key figures in the episodic murder mysteries. These appearances often highlighted emerging and established talents, contributing to the show's authentic portrayal of Sydney-based investigations without introducing long-term recurring characters beyond the main cast.[13]Season 1 (1997)
The first season of Murder Call featured a range of Australian actors in guest roles, primarily portraying suspects, victims, and witnesses in standalone murder investigations. Notable appearances included Melissa George as Petra Salinis, a key figure in the episode "Hot Shot," alongside Chris Haywood as Jack Telfer in the same installment, highlighting early career roles for emerging talents in the crime genre.[9] Jessica Napier played Brodie Cochrane in "Who Killed Cock Robin?," contributing to family dynamics central to the case, while Brett Climo appeared as Kim Kouros in "Black Friday," embodying a suspect with complex motivations.[9] These roles emphasized diverse character archetypes, from grieving relatives to enigmatic outsiders, supporting the series' procedural format without recurring guest arcs beyond the main ensemble.Season 2 (1998)
Guest stars in the second season continued to showcase Australian television talent, with actors taking on varied parts as murder suspects, victims, and peripheral figures in episodic stories. Kerrie Erwin portrayed Carol Hauser, Paul Gleeson played Terry Maloney, and siblings Sarah Kants and Ivar Kants appeared as Angela and Hugo Riccadelli, respectively, in narratives involving interpersonal conflicts and hidden motives.[14] Lara Mulcahy featured as Miriam in one episode, adding depth to witness testimonies, while Dee Smart appeared as Marlena Soeteman in "Dared to Death," representing the stunt and action elements often integrated into cases.[14][15] The season's guests drew from a broad pool of local performers, enhancing the show's focus on realistic Australian settings and character-driven mysteries.Season 3 (1999–2000)
The third season incorporated guest appearances in more intricate standalone plots. Aaron Jeffery guest-starred as Rory Simmons in the finale "Last Act," portraying a pivotal suspect in a theater-related investigation.[16][17] Annie Byron appeared as Magda Trebor in the premiere "Dead Offerings," delivering a performance as a enigmatic community member, while Andrew McFarlane played Adrian MacKerras in the same episode, contributing to themes of deception and legacy.[16] These roles maintained emphasis on tense interrogations and revelations. Across all seasons, guest performers typically embodied killers, witnesses, or affected family members, providing fresh perspectives for each case without establishing major recurring characters outside the core cast. This approach allowed the series to explore diverse narratives while leveraging established Australian actors for authenticity.[18]Episodes
Season summaries
Season 1, which aired from August 11 to November 24, 1997, consists of 16 episodes and introduces the core team of homicide detectives Tessa Vance and Steve Hayden, establishing their contrasting personalities and partnership dynamics as they tackle initial cases involving community-related murders and personal vendettas.[9] The season focuses on building the procedural format, with Vance's intuitive approach complementing Hayden's methodical style to resolve standalone mysteries often rooted in Sydney's urban underbelly.[1] Season 2, comprising 20 episodes broadcast from July 7 to November 24, 1998, expands on the established team interactions, incorporating more intricate investigations that explore themes of blackmail, obsession, and concealed family secrets across a broader range of scenarios.[14] Cases in this season delve deeper into psychological motivations, enhancing the detectives' professional rapport while maintaining the episodic structure centered on clue-based resolutions.[4] Season 3, with 20 episodes airing from April 21, 1999, to October 9, 2000, escalates the stakes in the final investigations, featuring murders tied to societal issues, copycat crimes, and personal connections that test the team's resilience amid scheduling shifts to a new timeslot.[16] The season concludes the series' run, emphasizing heightened tension in cases that occasionally involve the detectives more directly, such as school reunions or lab-related conspiracies. Throughout its three seasons, Murder Call eschews long-term serialization in favor of self-contained episodes, though subtle evolution in team relationships and minor personal subplots provide continuity, reflecting the detectives' growth in handling increasingly complex urban crimes.[19]Episode list
Murder Call consists of 56 episodes across three seasons, originally broadcast on Australia's Nine Network between 1997 and 2000. The episodes are listed below in their original broadcast order; note that some rearrangements occurred between production and airing, and some modern streaming platforms present them in production order.| Season | Episode | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Ashes to Ashes | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Rick Maier | 11 August 1997 |
| 1 | 2 | The Burial | Mark Piper | David Phillips | 18 August 1997 |
| 1 | 3 | Cat and Mouse | Richard Jasek | Cathryn Strickland | 25 August 1997 |
| 1 | 4 | Dead Clean | Ian Watson | Ted Roberts | 1 September 1997 |
| 1 | 5 | Who Killed Cock Robin | Chris Martin-Jones | Shelley Birse | 8 September 1997 |
| 1 | 6 | Hot Shot | Richard Sarell | Kristen Dunphy | 15 September 1997 |
| 1 | 7 | Black Friday | Richard Sarell | David Phillips | 22 September 1997 |
| 1 | 8 | Last Stop | Richard Jasek | Denise Morgan | 29 September 1997 |
| 1 | 9 | Something Wicked | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Denise Morgan | 6 October 1997 |
| 1 | 10 | Drop Dead Gorgeous | Ian Watson | Chris Hawkshaw | 13 October 1997 |
| 1 | 11 | Dead and Gone | Mark Piper | Daniel Krige | 20 October 1997 |
| 1 | 12 | Wages of Sin | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Sally Webb | 27 October 1997 |
| 1 | 13 | An Eye For An Eye | Julian McSwiney | Andrew Kelly | 3 November 1997 |
| 1 | 14 | Blood Heat | Grant Brown | Rick Maier | 10 November 1997 |
| 1 | 15 | Fall From Grace | Richard Jasek | Christine McCourt, Jo Horsburgh | 17 November 1997 |
| 1 | 16 | Heartstopper | Grant Brown | Cathryn Strickland | 24 November 1997 |
| 2 | 1 | Dared to Death | Grant Brown | Andrew Kelly | 7 July 1998 |
| 2 | 2 | Many Unhappy Returns | Richard Jasek | Kristen Dunphy | 14 July 1998 |
| 2 | 3 | Skin Deep | Julian McSwiney | Chris Hawkshaw | 21 July 1998 |
| 2 | 4 | Fatal Charm | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Chris Hawkshaw | 28 July 1998 |
| 2 | 5 | Short Circuit | Ian Watson | David Phillips | 4 August 1998 |
| 2 | 6 | Cold Comfort | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Robyn Sinclair | 11 August 1998 |
| 2 | 7 | Murder in Reverse | Grant Brown | Kristen Dunphy | 18 August 1998 |
| 2 | 8 | More Than Meets the Eye | Julian McSwiney | Deborah Parsons | 25 August 1998 |
| 2 | 9 | Dead Fall | Geoffrey Cawthorn | David Phillips | 9 September 1998 |
| 2 | 10–11 | Deadline | Richard Sarell | Andrew Kelly | 22 September 1998 |
| 2 | 12 | Something Fishy | Ray Quint | Deborah Parsons | 29 September 1998 |
| 2 | 13 | A Dress To Die For | Grant Brown | Peter Gawler | 6 October 1998 |
| 2 | 14 | Menu For Murder | Karl Steinberg | Sally Webb | 13 October 1998 |
| 2 | 15 | Cry Wolf | Chris Martin-Jones | Denise Morgan | 20 October 1998 |
| 2 | 16 | A View To a Kill | Richard Jasek | Louise Crane | 27 October 1998 |
| 2 | 17 | Blowing the Whistle | Ray Quint | Denise Morgan | 3 November 1998 |
| 2 | 18 | Instrument of Death | Richard Sarell | Margaret Morgan | 10 November 1998 |
| 2 | 19 | Bone Dead | Richard Jasek | Peter Gawler | 17 November 1998 |
| 2 | 20 | Mix 'n' Match | Russell Burton | Denise Morgan | 24 November 1998 |
| 3 | 1 | Dead Offerings | Chris Martin-Jones | Deborah Parsons | 21 April 1999 |
| 3 | 2 | Evil Chances | Paul Faint | Andrew Kelly | 28 April 1999 |
| 3 | 3 | Tongue Tied | Chris Martin-Jones | Peter Gawler | 5 May 1999 |
| 3 | 4 | Dying Day | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Rick Maier | 12 May 1999 |
| 3 | 5 | Death in the Family | Chris Martin-Jones | Cathryn Strickland | 19 May 1999 |
| 3 | 6 | Death Down Market | Karl Steinberg | Denise Morgan | 2 June 1999 |
| 3 | 7 | A Blow to the Heart | Karl Steinberg | Margaret Wilson | 16 June 1999 |
| 3 | 8 | Bad Business | Geoffrey Cawthorn | Louise Crane | 30 June 1999 |
| 3 | 9 | Hide & Seek | Russell Burton | Chris McCourt | 14 July 1999 |
| 3 | 10 | Booming Business | Julian McSwiney | Daniel Krige, Louise Crane | 28 July 1999 |
| 3 | 11 | Cut and Dried | Ray Quint | Louise Crane | 4 August 1999 |
| 3 | 12 | A Stab in the Dark | Julian McSwiney | David Phillips | 14 August 2000 |
| 3 | 13 | Grave Matters | Richard Sarell | Sally Webb | 21 August 2000 |
| 3 | 14 | Paid in Full | Julian McSwiney | Chris Hawkshaw | 28 August 2000 |
| 3 | 15 | Last Act | Steve Mann | Margaret Wilson | 4 September 2000 |
| 3 | 16 | Scent of Evil | Steve Mann | Susan Hore | 11 September 2000 |
| 3 | 17 | Still Life | Karl Steinberg | David Phillips | 18 September 2000 |
| 3 | 18 | Absent Friends | Chris Martin-Jones | Katherine Thomson | 25 September 2000 |
| 3 | 19 | House of Spirits | Grant Brown | Charlie Strachan | 2 October 2000 |
| 3 | 20 | Done to Death | Paul Faint | Deborah Parsons | 9 October 2000 |
