Short_James (TV & Film Connoisseur)

Crime drama tonight in TAGGART; Wavelength (Broadcast: 21/09/2000). When Robin Murray’s wife is brutally murdered, DCI Jardine investigates a jealous celebrity and a mysterious stalker, before a second killing deepens the mystery.

After a lovely day out in London, time now for TAGGART: Skin Deep (Broadcast: 14/09/2000). When a man is brutally attacked at a health club, DCI Jardine uncovers an illegal diet pill operation and a tangled web of affairs and murder.

What sad news! The lovely John Leeson has passed away 😪 He was a familiar face at Doctor Who events & we met him several times over the years... He was amused back in 2022 when my daughter would not wake up for this photo despite his best efforts to rouse her. RIP #johnleeson

Starting today with TAGGART: Ghost Rider (Broadcast: 16/02/2000). When a detective’s charred body is recovered from the Clyde, suspicion falls on a recently released murderer seeking revenge, while his daughter fights to prove his innocence.

I actually watched this back in 1992 aged 10 whilst staying with my nan. I recall it terrified me as a kid, especially the voice of Pipes & the scenes under the stairs. Watching this documentary about this show on Channel 5 & cannot believe it was 34 years ago today!

Started off today with another murder case in TAGGART: For Their Sins (Broadcast: 21/11/1999). When two drug dealers are murdered by overdoses, the team investigates a possible vigilante killer, with a grieving mother emerging as the prime suspect.

Crime drama tonight in TAGGART: Fearful Lightning (Broadcast: 21/10/1999). When a woman is mysteriously electrocuted following a clairvoyant service, the team initially suspects an accident, until a second death reveals something far more sinister.

Such a double blow to fans of Star Trek this week with the sad loss of two of the shows biggest stars. I never met them but I grew up watching Star Trek on BBC2 & owning the VHS tapes... RIP to two of the greats 😪❤️ #SirPatrickStewart #WalterKoenig #StarTrek

Ending today with another murder investigation in TAGGART: A Fistful Of Chips (Broadcast: 07/09/1999). When a woman’s body falls from an overpass onto a parked car, a murder investigation leads the team to a computer company where suspicious behaviour & hidden secrets emerge.

More Scottish crime drama tonight in TAGGART: Bloodlines (Broadcast: 16/01/1999). When a woman convicted of murdering five people is released from prison, members of her family begin dying mysteriously, leading DCI Jardine to investigate a possible revenge plot.

Sad news 😪 @ThatsCarryOn @classic_shows @CarryOnJoan

Another case for the Maryhill team in TAGGART: Long Time Dead (Broadcast: 01/11/1998). When a hotel owner is found murdered during a CID dinner, DCI Jardine investigates a series of killings as the prime suspect and head chef become the next victims.

Starting today with TAGGART: A Few Bad Men (Broadcast: 08/10/1998 - 22/10/1998). When a soldier is murdered on night patrol, Jardine investigates alongside a ruthless sergeant, while DI Robbie Ross and Fraser uncover a counterfeiting operation linked to a missing racehorse.

Another murder case tonight with TAGGART: Dead Reckoning (Broadcast: 15/07/1998 - 29/07/1998). When an escort is brutally murdered outside a luxury hotel, Jardine and Reid investigate a possible connection to a missing woman and her husband's suspicious employer.

Now for another murder case in TAGGRT: Out Of Bounds (Broadcast: 01/03/1998). When a schoolmaster’s remains are discovered 60 years after his murder, DCI Jardine and his team investigate a dark mystery from 1939 involving a strict disciplinarian and a school with hidden secrets.

More murder investigations tonight in TAGGART: Berserker (Broadcast: 01/01/1998 - 15/01/1998). When illegal bodybuilding drugs cause a series of deaths in Glasgow, DCI Jardine investigates their source with help from a chemistry professor who may himself be involved.

Kicking the day off with TAGGART: Babushka (Broadcast: 04/09/1997 - 18/09/1997). When a wealthy businessman is murdered, DI Jardine and his team investigate a mysterious Russian mail-order bride agency operating in Glasgow, uncovering a sinister world of secrets and deception.

Another murder case now in TAGGART: Apocalypse (Broadcast: 16/01/1997 - 30/01/1997). When a series of bizarre murders inspired by the Biblical plagues of Egypt terrorises members and opponents of a religious cult, the team investigates a fanatical leader & his devoted followers.

More crime drama now in TAGGART: Dead Man's Chest (Broadcast: 19/09/1996 - 03/10/1996). When robbers involved in a 15-year-old gold bullion heist are murdered one by one, the Maryhill team races to uncover the killer and locate a hidden treasure before it's too late.

Kicked off the day with TAGGART: Angel Eyes (Broadcast: 21/03/1996 - 04/04/1996). When two musicians are brutally murdered, DI Jardine must confront his prejudices while investigating killings within Glasgow’s gay community, as DC Fraser’s sexuality is exposed.