The hunt is on to find the murderer of a wealthy glamorous heiress who is found dead in her London townhouse. Based on the short story by Agatha Christie.
The best episode of "The Witness for the Prosecution" season 1 is "Part 1", rated 7.2/10 from 256 user votes. It was directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Sarah Phelps. "Part 1" aired on 12/26/2016 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Part 2".
When Leonard Vole is accused of murdering society lady Emily French, his solicitor Mayhew clings to the hope that Leonard's wife Romaine will provide the alibi that can save his life.
Director: Julian Jarrold
Writer: Sarah Phelps
Romaine, whose testimony was Leonard's one hope to save him from the gallows, has turned on him, leaving Mayhew's case hopeless and Leonard's fatal verdict imminent.
Director: Julian Jarrold
Writer: Sarah Phelps