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Murder, She Wrote

1984–199612 seasons264 episodes45 min

Murder, She Wrote is a American series that premiered on CBS in 1984 and ran until 1996. 12 seasons and 264 episodes. Created by Peter S. Fischer.

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On air 1984–1996: 13 years

Key facts

Network
CBS
Format
Series
Premiere
September 30, 1984
Finale
May 19, 1996
Years on air
13
Seasons
12
Episodes
264
Running time
45 minutes
Language
English
Production
Universal Television, Corymore Productions
Distributor
NBCUniversal Syndication Studios
Set in
Cabot Cove

Credits

Executive producersAngela Lansbury
ProducersAngela LansburyRichard LevinsonPeter S. Fischer
DirectorsSeymour RobbieWalter GraumanAnthony ShawVincent McEveety
WritersThomas B. Sawyer
MusicJohn Addison

Cast 10 of 283 on record

Cast memberRole
George Clooney—
Angela LansburyJessica Fletcher
George Takei—
Caitlyn Jenner—
Ned Beatty—
Julie Adams—
Ralph Waite—
Jeri Ryan—
Paul Sorvino—
René Auberjonois—

Awards on record

  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Costumes for a Series
  • Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score)
  • Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Drama