Inspector Morse

An Oxford detective finds himself briefly immersed in prison life as he probes the killing of an inmate serving time for a property swindle. His investigation centres on the victim’s partners‑in‑crime, probing their motives, connections to the murder and any possible alibis.

Absolute Conviction is a programme presented in the form of an episode. It falls under the umbrella of a television episode, forming part of the broader series that bears the same title. The piece is structured as a self‑contained story within the larger framework of the show. In this installment, a detective from Oxford finds himself temporarily living the life of an inmate while he pursues a murder case. The victim is a prisoner who is serving time for a property‑swindling scheme, and the investigation centres on uncovering the role of the swindler’s accomplices. During his brief stint behind bars, the detective experiences the routine and atmosphere of prison, which gives him a unique perspective on the environment in which the crime occurred. This immersion allows him to observe the dynamics among the incarcerated and to identify potential leads that might otherwise remain hidden to an outside investigator. The focus of his inquiry remains fixed on the men who partnered with the deceased in the property fraud. By tracing their connections and motives, the detective aims to piece together how the murder relates to the original swindle, keeping his attention firmly on the network of collaborators rather than the broader prison population.