I want to let you all know that I have found some more television mystery movies that will be airing this month. I am not going to add these to the January 2014 Upcoming Television Mystery Movies list since some of you have told me that you print the lists as soon as I publish them in order to make them handier for you to set up your DVRs, which would mean you wouldn’t see these additions.
I know that some of you don’t have access to the Hallmark Movie channel, I’m sorry about that. But for those of you who do, all of these movies will be shown on that channel. I have listed them in my time zone: Central. (As you can see, adaptations of Mary Higgins Clark’s mysteries make quite a few appearances this month on the Hallmark Movie channel.)
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Saturday – January 25
12:00 PM
After All These Years – After celebrating her 25th wedding anniversary, Audrey is stunned when her husband tells her he wants a divorce and is in love with another woman. As if things couldn’t get worse, Audrey awakens one night to discover her husband’s dead body and becomes the number one suspect in a murder investigation. With no one else to turn to, Audrey enlists herself as her own private investigator with a single mission—to solve the crime and clear her name. Based on the book by best-selling author Susan Isaacs. Stars Wendie Malick.
6:00 PM
Garage Sale Mystery – Jennifer loves scouring garage sales to look for items to sell in her resell shop, but when she realizes a series of burglaries and a friend’s murder may have a connection to the sales, she not only helps the cops, but does some undercover sleuthing of her own. Stars Lori Laughlin and Andrew Dunbar. (Based on Suzi Weinert’s Garage Sale Mystery Series.)
8:00 PM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
10:00 PM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
Sunday – January 26
12:00 AM
After All These Years – After celebrating her 25th wedding anniversary, Audrey is stunned when her husband tells her he wants a divorce and is in love with another woman. As if things couldn’t get worse, Audrey awakens one night to discover her husband’s dead body and becomes the number one suspect in a murder investigation. With no one else to turn to, Audrey enlists herself as her own private investigator with a single mission—to solve the crime and clear her name. Based on the book by best-selling author Susan Isaacs. Stars Wendie Malick.
2:00 AM
Garage Sale Mystery – Jennifer loves scouring garage sales to look for items to sell in her resell shop, but when she realizes a series of burglaries and a friend’s murder may have a connection to the sales, she not only helps the cops, but does some undercover sleuthing of her own. Stars Lori Laughlin and Andrew Dunbar. (Based on Suzi Weinert’s Garage Sale Mystery Series.)
8:00 AM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
10:00 AM
The Mystery Cruise – Alvirah, Regan and their husbands join a murder mystery cruise in honor of Regan’s mom Nora’s new book. But, when Alvirah sees a real murder attempt, she and Regan must find a way to keep the intended victim safe while trying to find proof to expose the murderer. Meanwhile, the ladies husbands have a mystery to solve as well when they run into a counterfeiter and are also called upon to help solve a string of petty thefts. Stars Gail O’Grady and Michelle Harrison. (Based on a novel by Mary Higgins Clark & Carol Higgins Clark.)
12:00 PM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
2:00 PM
Mary Higgins Clark: Pretend You Don’t See Her – When a young rising star on Manhattan’s high-powered and competitive real estate scene witnesses a murder, she is placed in a Federal Witness Protection Program and starts a new life in Minnesota. But that new life is put in danger when a professional hitman discovers her identity. Stars Emma Samms, Hannes Jaenicke and Beau Starr.
4:00 PM
Mary Higgins Clark: Sees You When You’re Sleeping – Mary Higgins Clark’s Christmas fantasy tells the tale of Sterling Brooks, a self-absorbed stock-broker who is killed in a freak accident. In order to secure a heavenly future, Sterling is given the chance to redeem himself by reuniting a family. Stars Cameron Bancroft and Erika Eleniak.
6:00 PM
Mary Higgins Clark: You Belong to Me – When several wealthy women are murdered after checking in at a variety of “lonely hearts” luxury hotels, Susan launches an investigation, with the help of fellow “radio shrink” Dr. Richards and millionaire Aidan Masters. The key to the mystery may well be a ménage à trois involving two women and one man, but by the time Susan gets to the truth, her own life is in jeopardy. Stars Lesley-Anne Down, Barclay Hope and Daniel Morgenroth.
8:00 PM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
10:00 PM
My Gal Sunday – Based on the book of short stories by Mary Higgins Clark, it centers on the wife/husband-May/December crime solving duo of Sunday and Henry Parker; he an ex-Vice President of the United States, she a legal aid lawyer – who met cute and fell head over heels in love on his last day in office via her Secret Service Agent Dad.
Monday – January 27
12:00 AM
The Mystery Cruise – Alvirah, Regan and their husbands join a murder mystery cruise in honor of Regan’s mom Nora’s new book. But, when Alvirah sees a real murder attempt, she and Regan must find a way to keep the intended victim safe while trying to find proof to expose the murderer. Meanwhile, the ladies husbands have a mystery to solve as well when they run into a counterfeiter and are also called upon to help solve a string of petty thefts. Stars Gail O’Grady and Michelle Harrison. (Based on a novel by Mary Higgins Clark & Carol Higgins Clark.)
2:00 AM
Mary Higgins Clark: You Belong to Me – When several wealthy women are murdered after checking in at a variety of “lonely hearts” luxury hotels, Susan launches an investigation, with the help of fellow “radio shrink” Dr. Richards and millionaire Aidan Masters. The key to the mystery may well be a ménage à trois involving two women and one man, but by the time Susan gets to the truth, her own life is in jeopardy. Stars Lesley-Anne Down, Barclay Hope and Daniel Morgenroth.
8:00 AM
Mary Higgins Clark: Pretend You Don’t See Her – When a young rising star on Manhattan’s high-powered and competitive real estate scene witnesses a murder, she is placed in a Federal Witness Protection Program and starts a new life in Minnesota. But that new life is put in danger when a professional hitman discovers her identity. Stars Emma Samms, Hannes Jaenicke and Beau Starr.
10:00 AM
Mary Higgins Clark: Sees You When You’re Sleeping – Mary Higgins Clark’s Christmas fantasy tells the tale of Sterling Brooks, a self-absorbed stock-broker who is killed in a freak accident. In order to secure a heavenly future, Sterling is given the chance to redeem himself by reuniting a family. Stars Cameron Bancroft and Erika Eleniak.
12:00 PM
Mary Higgins Clark: Loves Music, Loves to Dance – Trendy magazines become a source of danger when a murderer uses the personal ads to lure his victims. After college, best friends Erin Kelley and Darcy Scott move to the city to pursue exciting careers; Erin is a promising jewelry designer, Darcy finds success as a decorator. On a lark, Darcy persuades Erin to help their TV producer friend research the kinds of people who place personal ads. It seems like innocent fun…until Erin disappears. Stars Dean McDermott and Patsy Kensit.
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Here is the complete list of the January 2014 Upcoming Television Mystery Movies that I know about. If you know of any other mystery movies that are going to be airing this month, feel free to post a comment.
(All of the above descriptions were copied from the Hallmark Movie channel site. I hope they don’t change their line-up!)
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Linda C says
Because of the playoff games in the NFL I didn’t get to watch the last two weeks of Downton Abby. I sure do hope those people who schedule that terrific TV show realize that and the try to re televise those days, that I would assume a lot more people than just me missed.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Linda C, what a shame! Our PBS station re-airs the Masterpiece shows at least once a week (perhaps twice).
Tessa says
Oh fun!!!! thank you…
I so enjoyed the Hallmark Ch., over the Holiday time. Nice to see, I can continue to enjoy it, now.
Gentle hugs,
Tessa~
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Tessa, these movies are on the Hallmark Movie channel, which is different than the Hallmark channel. I hope you have access to it. I know that some people don’t…
Susie says
what a great list! thanks! I love these kinds of movies, but can never find them when I want to.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Susie, this list should keep your DVR busy!
Karen L. says
I love Mary and Carol Higgins Clark and the Hallmark Movie channel. I will be watching.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Karen L, I’m looking forward to these movies, also. I’ll be DVR-ing.
Kalena says
I just discovered the Hildegarde Withers mysteries from the 1930s. The PBS station in Milwaukee just aired one last Saturday and I really enjoyed it. Hildegarde is a straightlaced schoolmarm who has a wicked sense of humor and doesn’t hesitate to take on the local police chief. The dialogue reminded me of old Hepburn-Tracy movies or even the Thin Man. Amazon is selling a DVR of 6 movies for about $30.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Kalena, were the Hildegarde Withers mystery movies the ones that star Edna Mae Oliver in them? Those are the only ones I have been able to find. I see that (the beauty) Eve Arden played Miss Wither in a 1972 television movie. Hmmm… I can’t help but shake my head at that!
(Thanks for telling us about The Hildegarde Withers Movie Collection.)
Kalena says
Danna, Apologies for the delayed response but my computer decided to take a break for a few days! Yes, Edna Mae Oliver is the star of the series.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Kalena, after seeing Edna Mae Oliver as Miss Withers, I can’t imagine anyone else playing her.
Karmstr112 says
All of the above are already set to record on my DVR 🙂
Donna Mc says
MEtv will be showing a Nero Wolfe made-for-TV movie on January 31. Going by the commercial, it looks like it was made in the 1970s. I’ve already set my DVR!
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Donna Mc, thank you for the information about MEtv showing the Nero Wolfe movies. Would these be the ones with William Conrad (from the 1980s) or the 1970s Italian movies with Tino Buazzelli as Nero Wolfe?
(Now I have to go see if I get MEtv!)
Donna Mc says
Hmmm, good question, Danna! The commercial was so brief that I couldn’t recognize any faces, but I did an internet search and found a made-for-tv movie from 1977 starring David Thayer as Nero Wolfe. Lately MEtv has been showing a lot of old made-for-tv mystery movies on Friday nights, like those Perry Mason ones from the ’80s.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Thanks, Donna Mc. I just looked up MEtv’s schedule for January 31, and I couldn’t find any Nero Wolfe movies showing. When I accessed the site, I realized that this is a channel some of you told us about a while back. It looks like they show all sorts of “older” reruns, which is when I realized I don’t have access to it.
Donna Mc says
Aw, that’s a shame. They air a lot of great shows! The schedule differs according to location, you have to put in a zip code to find the one in your area. Maybe it will be added to your location soon, it seems to be a popular network that is growing.
Anne says
I don’t know if you will get this in the U.S. but B.B.C. Four have been re-running the Italian Rai t.v. versions of Andrea Cammilleri’s Montalbano books and the “pre-quels” series of “Young Montalbano.”
They are also on the BBC IPlayer. They are very faithful to the books and are absolutely enchanting.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Anne, they haven’t shown the Inspector Montalbano television series here >>> that I know of.
Anne says
That’s a shame, however they are available on DVD from Amazon and from the BBC shop.com.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Anne, do they have English subtitles?
Anne says
Yes Danna they do.
Anne says
I should have said, the broadcast programmes do so I would imagine the DVDs do as well.
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Anne, my husband refuses to read subtitles, so that means that when I finally find them, I’ll be watching them alone.
Anne says
Never mind. Personally, I like watching things on my own!
Danna - cozy mystery list says
Anne, I certainly think my husband misses out when it comes to quality shows with subtitles. It’s his loss, not mine!
Anne says
Too right!