About this programme

1/6. A governess takes up a new position, but feels constrained to consult Holmes about some of the bizarre conditions stipulated by her employer. Period crime drama, guest starring Natasha Richardson, Joss Ackland and Patience Collier, with Jeremy Brett and David Burke.

Cast and crew

Cast

Sherlock Holmes: Jeremy Brett
Dr Watson: David Burke
Violet Hunter: Natasha Richardson
Jephro Rucastle: Joss Ackland
Alice: Rachel Ambler
Mrs Toller: Angela Browne
Miss Stoper: Patience Collier
Toller: Peter Jonfield
Fowler: Michael Loney
Edward Rucastle: Stuart Shimberg
Mrs Rucastle: Lottie Ward

Crew

Abridged By: Bill Craig
Director: Paul Annett
Writer: Arthur Conan Doyle

Categories: Drama

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