The Ruth Rendell Mysteries: Season 1

4 episodes Premiered Aug 2, 1987 Updated Jul 21, 2026

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Wolf to the Slaughter: Part One

Aug 2, 1987 · 60 min

One evening, someone messes up a love-nest on a side street in a small country town. The carpet is soaked with human blood, but there is no body to be found. Meanwhile, a beautiful

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Wolf to the Slaughter: Part Two

Sep 9, 1987 · 60 min

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Wolf to the Slaughter: Part Three

Aug 16, 1987 · 60 min

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Wolf to the Slaughter: Part Four

Aug 23, 1987 · 60 min