A successful theatrical director, Simon Fletcher, returns to Badger's Drift, his head filled with disturbing childhood memories. Soon after, a local property developer becomes the first in a string of baffling murders. Barnaby and Troy investigate the murders, looking for a common thread.

Originally broadcast in 1999 as a segment of: Midsomer murders. Not rated. Adaptation of Caroline Graham's bestselling Inspector Barnaby mystery. Special features include Midsomer map, cast filmographies, Caroline Graham biography, and scene index.