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The Ruth Rendell Mysteries
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The Ruth Rendell Mysteries

1987-08-02 · 60 min / episode · ★ 6.6

Drama · Mystery

The Ruth Rendell mysteries is a British television series made by TVS and Meridian Television for ITV between 2 August 1987 and 11 October 2000.

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Creators
Ruth Rendell
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Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

George BakerGeorge BakerDet. Chief Insp. Reg Wexford
Christopher RavenscroftChristopher RavenscroftDet. Insp. Burden
Louie RamsayDora Wexford
Diane KeenDiane KeenJenny Burden

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