Hammer House of Mystery and Suspense

1984 – 1986
Ended
Mystery · Drama
~1h 10m / ep
1 season
6.6/10

A short-lived anthology television series from Hammer Studios. Though similar in format to the 1980 series Hammer House of Horror, the Mystery and Suspense series had feature-length episodes, usually running around 70 minutes without commercials. Co-produced by Hammer Studios with 20th Century Fox Television, it is known in the United States as Fox Mystery Theater. Unlike 1980's Hammer House of Horror, all episodes feature American actors as either the leads or in key roles. It first broadcast in the UK on ITV in 1984, though was not simulcast and was shown in different timeslots throughout the various regions.

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E1. Mark of the Devil
Sep 5, 1984 · 70m
A robber kills a tattooist and finds himself cursed with a rapidly spreading tattoo that threatens to consume him.
E2. Last Video and Testament
Sep 12, 1984 · 70m
Selena and her lover Derek plot to kill her husband Victor - a millionnaire with an obsession for electronic gadgets.
E3. Czech Mate
Jan 17, 1986 · 70m
Vicky Duncan is targeted for identity removal as part of a bizarre scheme by spies.
E4. A Distant Scream
Jan 24, 1986 · 70m
An innocent man serving life for the murder of his wife must project himself back through time to track down the real killer.
E5. The Late Nancy Irving
Feb 7, 1986 · 70m
The victim of a car accident, Nancy Irving, wakes up in a hospital but soon realizes that her condtiion is worsening because a wealthy man is siphoning her blood to extend his own life.
E6. In Possession
Mar 7, 1986 · 70m
A couple moving out of their apartment experience weird occurences before they move out. The apartment seems to be haunted by the ghosts of a man, and his much older wife, whom he murders. The murder is relived throughout the night. Very interesting ideas and a great surprise ending!