Midsomer Murders Series 13: Noble Art [DVD]

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Iris Holman drives up to Morchard Manor. Sebastian comes out of the Manor. Iris says she wants to know if Sebastian killed Giles. Sebastian says he's been wanting to ask her the same question. Judy Parfitt appeared as Angela Wentworth in "Death's Shadow" (1999) and as Caroline Halsey in "Days of Misrule" (2008).

At home, Barnaby says to Joyce. "I am not a man to have his head easily turned, am I? Do you think I am open to flattery? I'm not talking about man-woman stuff. It's when that sort of thing... clouds your professional judgement. There is one person in this investigation I have consistently overlooked as a suspect. Willfully overlooked."

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Barnaby and Jones discuss the case. Barnaby feels that Gerald deserves a better son than Sebastian. Jones says Gerald's no saint- gambling habits. Barnaby says Gerald is a JP.- A pillar of society. Barnaby thinks that the challenge for the estate is all to do with Sebastian not being a biological heir. Jones says he seems convinced the child's not his. Barnaby says it's all about inheritance. Troy's relationship with Barnaby is warm, and the two make a formidable pair. Troy was promoted to Inspector and transferred to Northumbria in the first episode of the seventh series, called "The Green Man". [1] Troy makes one re-appearance in the first episode of Series 11, "Blood Wedding", to attend the wedding of Tom's daughter, Cully Barnaby (whom he once secretly kissed in the episode "Death And Dreams", which temporarily strained his relationship with Barnaby), where he met his second successor, Sgt Jones. [2] DS Dan Scott [ edit ] Libby Morris walks by. Gerald introduces her. She's the sculptor making the statue of Tom Sayers, commissioned by Frank Bishop. Barnaby says, "That must be a bit hard, mustn't it? Trying to make the likeness of a man who died 150 years ago." Libby says, "It is. But fortunately, there's some photographs of him." Gerald says, "And you had a live fighter to pose for you." Libby says, " John Kinsella. Before he went off to the States. Gerald here thinks I developed a bit of a crush on him." Barnaby asks if it is finished and Libby invites him to drop by when he's passing. Grace says, "She did fancy my John. But then, they all do." Gerald says, "Grace is very protective about young Mr Kinsella. She treats him like a son. He lives with her and Frank." Sebastian says, "Might have been better for everyone if they'd left him in the gutter." Gerald says, "Which is obviously where you've left your manners. I do apologise. Can I have a chat with you?" Grace walks off. Sebastian says, "Hurray, I finally have your attention!" Kevin Doyle appeared as Ferdy Villiers in "Ghosts of Christmas Past" (2004), and again as Paddy Powell in "The Oblong Murders" (2011). Joyce tells Barnaby that she suspects Camilla may be pregnant. The smell of coffee makes her feel nauseous. Joyce adds that she'll make a lovely mum. Joyce isn't so sure about Sebastian as a father though. He is such a joyless individual. Barnaby says, "He certainly hasn't got his father's good nature, that is true." Iris says, "Oh, do you know his father?" Barnaby says, "Yes. Gerald? Of course." Iris says, "Then you have the advantage over Sebastian. He has no idea who his biological father is. It certainly isn't Gerald Farquaharson."

He used to be a Freemason, as revealed in "King's Crystal". In the episode "Death in Chorus", Jones exhibits a remarkable vocal talent and is recruited to sing tenor in the Midsomer Worthy choir. In "Death in the Slow Lane", it is revealed that Jones was interested in replacing Tom Barnaby upon his retirement and was a little put out by his cousin, John Barnaby, being transferred to the position instead. In reality, he could not have been given the post because it would have required him to bypass the rank of inspector.

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As has been said by me a number of times, 'Midsomer Murders' is one of my most watched and most re-watched shows. It is nowhere near as good now and the Tom Barnaby-era wasn't alien to average or less episodes, but when it was on form or at its best boy was it good. DS Ben Jones goes to the Midsomer Orchard Turf Accountants and cashes in his wager. Ben says, "You must be the only shopfront in Causton without a message of congratulations for John Kinsella." The attendant says, "I'm doing my bit for Kinsella. Really. Every time some part-time punter like you comes in, they collect the winnings from his fight. Don't suppose you'd like to reinvest any of this?" Jones says, "Nope. Didn't think so. My family thinks gambling is like giving money to the devil. No offense." Detective Chief Inspector Thomas "Tom" Geoffrey Barnaby ( John Nettles) (series 1–13)—A senior member of Causton CID, Barnaby used to work for MI6. A patient, tolerant man, Barnaby's style of investigation is methodical and fair. Barnaby is a sagacious and perceptive individual, able to recognise seemingly obscure clues. Barnaby's social life revolves around his wife Joyce and his daughter Cully, who often provide a personal connection with the crimes that he is investigating. Barnaby's parents are both deceased by the episode "Blue Herrings". In his last appearance, "Fit for Murder", we learn that his father died on his birthday, at Barnaby's current age.