A former student of Jessica's becomes involved in a love triangle that ends in murder.A former student of Jessica's becomes involved in a love triangle that ends in murder.A former student of Jessica's becomes involved in a love triangle that ends in murder.
Jayne Meadows
- Lila Lee Amberson
- (as Jayne Meadows Allen)
Herb Edelman
- Lieutenant Varick
- (as Herbert Edelman)
Fred Ponzlov
- Mr. Hillsdale
- (as Frederick Ponzlov)
Cathy McAuley
- Second Actress
- (as Catherine McAuley)
Sam Nickens
- Guest
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaJayne Meadows, who played Lila Lee Amberson, was the elder sister of Audrey Meadows, who played Alice Kramden on the TV series "The Honeymooners". She was married to Steve Allen, the co-creator and first host of "The Tonight Show".
- Quotes
Fiona Keeler: Love turns to hate so very quickly.
- SoundtracksMurder She Wrote Theme
Written by John Addison
Featured review
Murder by Appointment Only
Have always been quite fond of 'Murder She Wrote'. It is a fun and relaxing watch that makes you think as you try to unwind in the evening. If one wants more complex, twisty mysteries with lots of tension and suspense 'Murder She Wrote' may not be for you, but if you want something light-hearted and entertaining but still provide good mysteries 'Murder She Wrote' fits the bill just fine.
"Murder by Appointment Only" is another very nicely done episode of Season 2, if not quite one of my favourites of the season like "Murder in the Afternoon", "Jessica Behind Bars", "Sticks and Stones" (as far as previous episodes go). Of Season 2 up to this point, the only ones that don't quite do it for me are "Joshua Peabody Died Here...Possibly" and "Dead Heat".
Grady has never been one of my favourite recurring characters on 'Murder She Wrote', and that's putting it lightly (give me Michael Haggerty, Harry McGraw and even Dennis Stanton regardless of what people say about his bookend episodes any day). My opinion still hasn't changed, granted he is less annoying than usual and isn't so pointless but one doesn't really care for his subplot here and he and Michael Horton's acting are still as bland as dish-water.
Other than that, there is not much really to complain about "Murder By Appointment Only". The production values as ever are high, with some quite striking scenery and everything being very nicely shot. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
The writing is tight, thought-provoking and typically amiable, while the story is fun and suitably complicated without being convoluted. The ending is a nice mild surprise and beautifully acted.
Angela Lansbury is terrific as to be expected, and Jayne Meadows especially is a joy out of the solid supporting cast (one where the only sore spot is Horton). Robert Culp is a very strong presence as well.
In conclusion, well done episode. 8/10 Bethany Cox.
"Murder by Appointment Only" is another very nicely done episode of Season 2, if not quite one of my favourites of the season like "Murder in the Afternoon", "Jessica Behind Bars", "Sticks and Stones" (as far as previous episodes go). Of Season 2 up to this point, the only ones that don't quite do it for me are "Joshua Peabody Died Here...Possibly" and "Dead Heat".
Grady has never been one of my favourite recurring characters on 'Murder She Wrote', and that's putting it lightly (give me Michael Haggerty, Harry McGraw and even Dennis Stanton regardless of what people say about his bookend episodes any day). My opinion still hasn't changed, granted he is less annoying than usual and isn't so pointless but one doesn't really care for his subplot here and he and Michael Horton's acting are still as bland as dish-water.
Other than that, there is not much really to complain about "Murder By Appointment Only". The production values as ever are high, with some quite striking scenery and everything being very nicely shot. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
The writing is tight, thought-provoking and typically amiable, while the story is fun and suitably complicated without being convoluted. The ending is a nice mild surprise and beautifully acted.
Angela Lansbury is terrific as to be expected, and Jayne Meadows especially is a joy out of the solid supporting cast (one where the only sore spot is Horton). Robert Culp is a very strong presence as well.
In conclusion, well done episode. 8/10 Bethany Cox.
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