The House of the Arrow

Plot Summary

In Dijon, Inspector Hanaud investigates Betty Harlowe after her uncle, Boris Waberski, accuses her of poisoning her wealthy aunt for an inheritance. While an initial autopsy finds nothing, Hanaud discovers the use of Strophanthus Hispidus—a rare, undetectable poison applied via an antique arrow. Amidst a flurry of "poison pen" letters and deception, Hanaud proves the murder occurred despite the lack of conventional medical evidence.

Top Cast

Benita Hume Betty Harlow

Richard Cooper Jim Frobisher

Dennis Neilson-Terry Inspector Hanaud

Stella Freeman Ann Upcott

Wilfred Fletcher Wabersky