Barnaby Jones
Overview
Barnaby Jones features Buddy Ebsen and Lee Meriwether as a father-daughter-in-law duo operating a private detective agency in Los Angeles. Airing on CBS from January 28, 1973, to April 3, 1980, the series started as a midseason replacement and quickly gained popularity. The inaugural episode, "Requiem for a Son," included a guest appearance by William Conrad, who portrayed Frank Cannon. The two shows notably intersected in 1975 with a thrilling two-part crossover titled "The Deadly Conspiracy," further intertwining their narratives and engaging audiences.
Episodes
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1
Requiem for a Son
Detective Barnaby Jones steps back into action after the tragic murder of his son, enlisting the assistance of his friend and fellow detective, Frank ...
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2
To Catch a Dead Man
A sportsman's aspirations for a fresh start take a dark turn when they involve murder.
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3
Sunday: Doomsday
Barnaby finds himself entangled in a tense game of cat-and-mouse with a killer who holds him responsible for his imprisonment. As the chase unfolds, t...
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4
The Murdering Class
Barnaby investigates a murder at a prep-school.
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5
Perchance to Kill
An affair leads to an accidental murder.
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6
The Loose Connection
The ideal scheme for smuggling heroin involves stashing it in the radiator of a car belonging to an unsuspecting tourist—Barnaby Jones. When the her...
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7
Murder in the Doll's House
An author known for incorporating his hometown into his stories goes missing, prompting his publisher to enlist Barnaby's help in locating the final c...
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8
Sing a Song of Murder
When a rock star is discovered with his head bashed in at an empty swimming pool, the shocking news threatens to derail his career. In a desperate bid...
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9
See Some Evil... Do Some Evil
A pianist who recently regained his sight is caught in a web of blackmail and ultimately murders his victim just moments before Barnaby arrives at the...
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10
Murder-Go-Round
A puzzling hit and run case leads Barnaby to a small town where wealth appears to have materialized overnight. As he investigates, he uncovers that th...
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11
To Denise, with Love and Murder
When a mistress is found dead and a wife goes missing, Barnaby Jones steps in to investigate. The challenge he faces? Two weeks have gone by, allowing...
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12
A Little Glory, a Little Death
Barnaby delves into the mysterious death of a woman who perished in a car crash, prompted by her daughter's insistence that it wasn't an accident. His...
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13
Twenty Million Alibis
Barnaby delves into the case of a stolen million-dollar necklace and the murder of the butler who accidentally stumbled upon the thief. The prime susp...
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Blind Terror
Barnaby delves into the case of a missing young girl, focusing on her roommate, who might have seen something crucial. However, the trauma has left th...
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2
Death Leap
During the investigation of a suspected suicide jumper, Barnaby uncovers that a jewel heist occurred in the adjacent building at the exact moment of t...
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3
Echo of a Murder
After receiving a request from the friend of his deceased son Hal, Barnaby looks into a lodge owner believed to have killed his wife. Despite uncoveri...
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4
Day of the Viper
As Barnaby delves into the case of a man who succumbed to a rattlesnake bite, he begins to suspect that there’s more to the story. His investigation...
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5
Trial Run for Death
A race car driver is discovered cheating on his wife by his brother-in-law, leading him to commit murder to conceal his affair. The driver’s father-...
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6
Catch Me if You Can
Barnaby's detective friend, determined to track down a killer, has been taunted by letters from the murderer. Unfortunately, after revealing too many ...
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7
Divorce - Murderer's Style
When a woman’s niece is tragically killed during a failed robbery, the woman becomes convinced that it was not an accident but a deliberate act of m...
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8
The Deadly Prize
When a shipping worker is found dead under mysterious conditions at the docks, Barnaby Jones is called in by an insurance company to look into the cas...
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9
Stand-In for Death
Barnaby looks into a case involving a husband consumed by jealousy, suspected of killing a man who was allegedly having an affair with his wife. Howev...
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10
The Black Art of Dying
After a man mysteriously dies, having received a troubling warning from a psychic, Barnaby Jones is brought in to look into the case. Skeptical of the...
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11
The Killing Defense
Barnaby Jones delves into the case of a missing man he suspects was linked to the heist of a million dollars' worth of jewels. As his investigation pr...
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12
Fatal Flight
After receiving a cryptic message from a Board of Directors member, the owner of a company enlists Barnaby's help to look into the matter when the mem...
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13
Secret of the Dunes
Barnaby looks into the mysterious death of a motorcyclist discovered in the desert, uncovering a possible connection to another troubling case. This o...
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14
Venus as in Flytrap
Barnaby investigates the death of a woman wed to a renowned author, initially deemed a suicide. As he delves further into the case, he uncovers intrig...
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15
The Deadly Jinx
Every man who expresses affection or attention toward a lovely young woman seems to suffer a mishap, leading Barnaby to suspect that there's something...
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16
The Platinum Connection
An insurance firm brings Barnaby on board to look into the heist of $500,000 in platinum from a jewelry business. The robbery turns deadly when one of...
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17
Programmed for Killing
A stunning young woman enlists Barnaby's help to investigate the mysterious death of her father, who allegedly died due to a malfunctioning machine at...
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18
A Gold Record for Murder
After the tragic heroin overdose of a promising songwriter, his parents turn to Barnaby for assistance in finding out what really happened. They seek ...
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19
Friends Till Death
Betty encourages Barnaby to investigate the passing of an ex-girlfriend, leading them to uncover that another former girlfriend of Betty's has a direc...
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20
Rendezvous with Terror
Barnaby is approached by a South American President to track down his son, who is residing in Los Angeles. Upon locating him, Barnaby discovers that t...
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21
Dark Legacy
A young widow enlists Barnaby's help to look into the suspicious circumstances surrounding her husband's supposed "accidental" death just four weeks a...
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22
Woman in the Shadows
As Barnaby delves into a tragic car crash that resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including the driver of a wealthy woman who was also gravely...
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23
Image in a Cracked Mirror
Barnaby is enlisted by a woman seeking her missing fiancé, who vanished along with some of her belongings. The man, a con artist, has already targete...
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24
Foul Play
The owner of a basketball team learns that his star athlete was involved in throwing a game. The informant, with ulterior motives, wants the owner to ...
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A Gathering of Thieves
As Barnaby delves into the case of a real estate investor's death, he finds himself entangled in a web of lies, betrayal, and murder. The investigatio...
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2
Dead Man's Run
During his probe into the case of some missing embezzlement funds, Barnaby stumbles upon a web of deceit that includes fraud, blackmail, and a pair of...
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3
The Challenge
Barnaby is brought on to look into the suspected suicide of a wealthy woman's spouse. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a fellow investigator who resor...
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4
Conspiracy of Terror
A terminally ill man in prison strikes a bargain with a killer: the murderer will confess to his crimes in exchange for ensuring the man's wife is fin...
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5
Odd Man Loses
Three seemingly average guys who share a carpool decide to execute a $335,000 robbery. However, their plans take a disastrous turn, leading to a murde...
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6
Forfeit by Death
An employee at a bail bonds business, connected to Barnaby through friendship, is pressured by a man seeking to be bailed out. The man promises a cut ...
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Blueprint for a Caper
An insurance agent is murdered when an assailant pushes him down an elevator shaft. While the authorities suspect it was an accident, the victim's wif...
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8
Mystery Cycle
An insurance company enlists Barnaby's help to look into the death of a motor corporation owner who plunged his motorcycle off a cliff while testing i...
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9
Dark Homecoming
A successful singer returns to her hometown to perform, only to unexpectedly encounter her ex, who is now in a relationship with a very insecure woman...
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10
Time to Kill
A jewel thief's meticulously crafted scheme to swipe a one-million-dollar diamond goes awry when he unexpectedly has to take out a security guard who ...
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11
Death on Deposit
Barnaby is called in to investigate the puzzling death of a ranch owner who intended to sell his property and relocate. Just before his demise, he was...
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12
Web of Deceit
A violent confrontation over a firearm among three men results in a tragic shooting. In an attempt to conceal their involvement, two of the men stage ...
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13
The Last Contract
A hitman, smitten with a girl, resolves to leave his dangerous profession behind. However, his younger brother, who looks up to him, hopes he continue...
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14
Trap Play
A conceited football player embarks on a casual affair, but things take a dark turn when he becomes aggressive with the girl, prompting her to attempt...
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15
Murder Once Removed
The heartbroken sister of a rich business mogul, who was also a skilled sailor, enlists Barnaby's help to look into her brother's alleged accidental d...
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16
Counterfall
A man receives a fake subpoena compelling him to testify in court, setting him up to take the fall for the murder of a judge nominated for the Supreme...
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17
Dangerous Summer
A concerned father seeks Barnaby's help to find his missing son. As Barnaby delves into the investigation, he quickly begins to suspect that something...
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18
Image of Evil
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19
Fantasy of Fear
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20
Doomed Alibi
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21
The Deadlier Species
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22
Poisoned Pigeon
When a pair of con artists find themselves ensnared in their own deception, attempting to sell $250,000 worth of fake copper to manufacturers, they ta...
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23
Jeopardy for Two
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24
Bond of Fear
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The Deadly Conspiracy (II)
Cannon and Barnaby Jones delve into the mysterious death of a young woman who was on the verge of revealing the shady dealings of the major corporatio...
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Theater of Fear
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3
The Orchid Killer
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The Price of Terror
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5
Honeymoon with Death
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6
The Alpha-Bravo War
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7
Flight to Danger
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8
Double Vengeance
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9
Fatal Witness
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10
Beware the Dog
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11
Blood Relations
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12
A Taste for Murder
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13
Final Burial
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14
Portrait of Evil
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15
Dead Heat
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16
The Lonely Victims
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17
Hostage
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Silent Vendetta
Barnaby takes on a case to locate a vanished author and soon finds himself in the midst of a conflict involving a man eager to share his tale and gang...
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19
Shadow of Guilt
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Deadly Reunion
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Dangerous Gambit
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Wipeout
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The Eyes of Terror
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The Stalking Horse
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Blood Vengeance
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Deadline for Dying
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3
Sins of Thy Father
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4
The Fatal Dive
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5
Final Ransom
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Band of Evil
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7
Voice in the Night
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8
The Bounty Hunter
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9
Renegade's Child
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10
Fraternity of Thieves
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11
Sister of Death
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12
The Deadly Charade
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13
Testament of Power
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14
Copy-Cat Killing
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A Simple Case of Terror
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The Marathon Murders
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Duet for Dying
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Circle of Treachery
Barnaby and J.R. work to safeguard a man fleeing from gangsters intent on silencing him before he can provide crucial testimony. Meanwhile, a seductiv...
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19
Anatomy of Fear
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The Killer on Campus
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The Deadly Valentine
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Duet for Danger
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The Inside Man
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Run Away to Terror
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Death Beat
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The Mercenaries
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The Wife Beater
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4
Yesterday's Terror
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5
The Damocles Gun
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Gang War
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Daughter of Evil
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The Captives
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The Reincarnation
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10
Shadow of Fear
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11
The Devil's Handmaiden
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Prisoner of Deceit
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Deadly Becoming
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Child of Danger
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The Scapegoat
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A Ransom in Diamonds
This episode seemed to function as a "backdoor" pilot for a potential new series that ultimately didn’t move forward with production.
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17
Prime Target
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18
Final Judgment (1)
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19
Final Judgment (2)
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20
Uninvited Peril
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21
Terror on a Quiet Afternoon
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22
The Coronado Triangle
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Blind Jeopardy
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A Dangerous Affair
Barnaby and J.R. delve into an insurance case initially deemed a suicide. However, J.R. suspects that it might actually be a murder linked to a blackm...
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3
Deadly Sanctuary
During a short vacation to assist a friend, Betty comes across a serial rapist targeting women at a nearby bar. To her shock, she discovers that anoth...
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4
Hitch-Hike to Terror
Young Shelley Barrett sets out to find Barnaby, convinced he is her father. However, she ends up getting arrested during her pursuit. Now, Barnaby mus...
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5
Nest of Scorpions
J.R. delves into the case of a missing real estate agent at a resort managed by two sisters and their aunt. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a series of...
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6
Death of a Friendship
Barnaby and J.R. find themselves entangled in a ransom kidnapping that takes a dark turn when a former associate seemingly loses their life during the...
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7
A Frame for Murder
Jedediah finds himself falsely accused of rape and is determined to prove his innocence. He embarks on a quest to uncover the truth and identify the i...
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8
Stages of Fear
As Barnaby and J.R. focus on another investigation, Betty decides to join a theatrical production as a singer and dancer to uncover the identity of so...
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9
Victim of Love
J.R. finds himself in a perilous predicament after a former friend confides in him about her ex-husband, who is stalking both her and their child. She...
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Memory of a Nightmare
Betty undergoes hypnosis in an attempt to recall the moments leading up to the car crash that claimed her friend's life and left her with amnesia. Dur...
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The Picture Pirates
While looking into the murder of a film editor, Barnaby and J.R. stumble upon a movie piracy ring that threatens to drain the studio of millions in po...
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12
Academy of Evil
Betty delves into a girls' academy plagued by a string of incidents that have left both teachers and students hurt. As she uncovers the truth, she dis...
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13
The Medium
J.R. delves into the mystery surrounding the vanishing of three women over the span of five weeks. As the investigation progresses, he turns to a psyc...
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14
Echo of a Distant Battle (1)
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Echo of a Distant Battle (2)
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The Enslaved
Betty takes on an undercover role at a rehab center for substance abusers to look into a mysterious death. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a dark p...
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Dance with Death
A stunning disco dancer faces relentless harassment from various men at the club where she performs, putting her life in jeopardy. After her roommate ...
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18
The Protectors
A cutting-edge security team enlists Barnaby's assistance to investigate a case involving a wealthy businessman who recently evaded a kidnapping plot....
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Fatal Overture
Betty is called upon to look into the mysterious death of a promising young actress after she observes the victim having a fierce argument with anothe...
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Master of Deception
A woman involved in creating a groundbreaking new television set mysteriously vanishes, leaving no clues behind. The company she works for turns to Ba...
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22
Child of Love Child of Vengeance (1)
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Child of Love Child of Vengeance (2)
J.R. goes undercover in a religious cult to assist Barnaby in uncovering the truth behind the murder of a lawyer connected to a family-owned business....
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Target for a Wedding
A young man attempts to pressure the niece of a gold prospector—who is also Barnaby's goddaughter—into marrying him after discovering that she sta...
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Temptation
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Man on Fire
Barnaby reluctantly starts to doubt an arson investigator he has relied on for years, suspecting that this trusted ally may actually be behind the fir...
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Nightmare in Hawaii (1)
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Nightmare in Hawaii (2)
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A Desperate Pursuit
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Design for Madness
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Girl on the Road
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Indoctrination in Evil
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Homecoming for a Dead Man
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False Witness
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School of Terror
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Cry for Vengeance
When the son of Barnaby's former police colleague is murdered by a gang leader, the ex-cop seeks revenge. Barnaby steps in to assist him and soon unco...
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12
Run to Death
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13
The Price of Anger
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14
The Killing Point
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15
Focus on Fear
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Murder in the Key of C
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Killer Without a Name
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Death Is the Punchline
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The Final Victim
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The Silent Accuser
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Deadline for Murder
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The Killin' Cousin
