Movies and TvShows featuring "red-herring" theme.

Agatha Christie's Marple follows the adventures of Miss Marple, an older spinster with a knack for solving crimes. Set in the 1950s in a quaint English village, each episode features a murder that Miss Marple must unravel, using her wit and keen observation skills. With captivating whodunits, charming village life, and a delightful female protagonist, the series offers a cozy and engaging murder mystery experience.

Teddy Daniels and Chuck Aule, two US marshals, are sent to investigate the disappearance of a patient at a remote island asylum. As they delve deeper into the case, Teddy uncovers a shocking truth about the asylum and himself.

A comedy crime drama TV show based on the works of Agatha Christie, following the investigations of various murders and mysteries.

After Tony Stark's world is shattered by the terrorist known as the Mandarin, he embarks on a journey to rebuild and seek revenge. Along the way, Tony discovers a plot involving unethical biological research and a treatment called Extremis. With the help of a young boy named Harley, Tony uncovers the truth and must stop the threat before it's too late.

Follow the adventures of a group of teenagers and their talking dog, Scooby-Doo, as they travel in their iconic van, the Mystery Machine, and solve mysteries involving ghosts, monsters, and criminals. With their unique problem-solving skills and comical approach, they uncover the truth behind haunted houses and ghostly hauntings.

In 1926 New York, Newt Scamander arrives with a case full of magical creatures, but when some of them escape, he teams up with Tina and Jacob to capture them. Along the way, they uncover a dark force and must stop it before it wreaks havoc on the city. Newt also discovers a personal connection to a woman from his past.

Join Scooby-Doo and his gang as they embark on thrilling adventures, solving mysteries, unmasking villains, and encountering supernatural creatures, all with the help of celebrity guest stars.

Shadows House is set in a peculiar mansion where shadowy creatures known as "Living Dolls" serve as servants for the aristocratic Shadow family. The plot follows the story of a young girl named Emilico who serves as a Living Doll for her gracious and gentle master, Kate. As Emilico sets about her duties, she unravels the mysteries and secrets that surround Shadows House, including the unique traits and abilities of the Living Dolls. However, she soon discovers that there is more to this mansion than meets the eye, and the shadows themselves hold dark secrets waiting to be uncovered.

After an acrimonious break up, the Mystery Inc. gang are individually brought to an island resort to investigate strange goings on. Two years later, they reform to solve a mystery on Spooky Island, a horror-themed tropical resort owned by Emile Mondavarious. The gang discovers that ancient demons are plotting revenge and have possessed some of the island's inhabitants, including Fred, Velma, and Mondavarious. With the help of a voodoo priest, they devise a plan to trap the demon cult and save the world from their rule. In the end, they defeat the demons and vow to continue solving mysteries together.

Four friends reunite when they find themselves being stalked by a hook-wielding maniac after accidentally hitting a stranger with their car. As they try to hide their secret, the killer goes after them one by one.

Leonard Shelby, a man with short-term memory loss, devotes his life to finding and killing his wife's murderer. He tracks down clues and tattoos them on his body to help him remember. He discovers that the second attacker was not who he thought, leading to an ultimate twist ending. The movie explores themes of memory, identity, and deception.

Harper's Island follows a group of family and friends who travel to an island for a destination wedding. As they celebrate, secrets from the past are revealed and they become the targets of a serial killer. The group must uncover the identity of the killer before they all become victims.

Lieutenant Rigg is forced to participate in a dangerous game to save the lives of his colleagues. Despite Jigsaw's death, a new game begins, testing Rigg's limits.

Beth's weekend trip to Croatia takes a dark turn when she is accused of killing her best friend, Kate. As she fights to prove her innocence, she discovers a painful secret that changes everything.

Claire Spencer moves to Vermont with her husband after a car accident. She becomes convinced that her new house is haunted, leading her to uncover dark secrets about her husband's past and a connection to a missing person. As Claire's mental state deteriorates, she must confront the ghostly presence in her house and the truth about her husband's infidelity and murder. In the end, Claire overcomes her fears and finds closure, while the ghost exacts revenge on her husband.

Maigret is a skilled detective working as Chief Inspector in the Paris police department. He uses his sharp analytical skills to solve complex and intriguing crimes, often relying on his instinct and experience. Set in the 1950s, each episode presents a new case for Maigret to unravel, involving psychological twists and red herrings.

When a group of monsters are unleashed on Coolsville, Scooby-Doo and his friends must solve the mystery and save the town from chaos. With their detective skills and courage, they face off against the monsters, uncovering a plot to wreak havoc on their beloved city.

A Nero Wolfe, a genius detective with a love for orchids and fine cuisine, teams up with his street-smart assistant Archie Goodwin to unravel complex murder mysteries in 1950s New York.

Scooby-Doo and his friends investigate a haunted island where they encounter zombies and other supernatural creatures. They must solve the mystery and uncover the truth behind the curse that haunts the island.

In the Heat of the Night is a crime drama film set in a small-town Mississippi. When a murder occurs, a black detective is reluctantly asked to help solve the case, revealing the racial tensions and prejudice in the community. With an unlikely partnership and against the odds, they work together to catch the killer. It explores themes of racism, justice, and the power of working together.