The Aphrodite Inheritance (1979)
Synopsis
A man visiting Cyprus to investigate the death of his brother is drawn into a strange conspiracy.
Network
BBC One
Episodes
A Death In The Family
David Collier is called urgently to Cyprus. He is soon involved with the mysterious and beautiful Helene who gives him disturbing news.
A Lamb to Slaughter
Collier's attempt to take Helene's evidence to Inspector Dimas is violently interrupted and he is unable to persuade the Inspector of the truth of what has happened. Later a meeting with his brother's friend, Eric Morrison, is broken up in a frightening way.
Here We Come Gathering
Collier stumbles on people he is sure can help him convince Inspector Dimas of his brother's murder. Later the evidence which Helene first produced mysteriously turns up again - and again leads to trouble.
A Friend In Need
After his violent clash with Collier, Morrison soon finds himself in a desperate situation. Hellman begins to show his hand - and Collier again meets Helene.
Come Into My Parlour
Collier unwittingly plays into the hands of Hellman. Meantime, from his hiding place, Morrison arranges to meet a buyer - but the deal goes sadly awry.
Said The Spider To The Fly
Morrison waits to conclude his deal - but he is horrified when the 'buyer' appears. Inspector Dimas is intrigued by what he learns from Collier; later he gets startling news from Morrison's girlfriend.
The Eyes Of Love
Preece is badly shaken by the things Hellman tells him. He realises he still has a long way to go to achieve his ends. Collier again meets Helene. Unsuspecting they wander into a situation of great danger.
To Touch A Rainbow
Collier goes through a final shattering experience. Later inspector Dimas shows him something which Collier finds incredible, but which could offer an explanation for all that has happened.
Cast
Details
Original Title
The Aphrodite Inheritance
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
