The Doctor Blake Mysteries

A jockey is killed when his horse throws him during a practice session, prompting an investigation into the incident. When evidence points to foul play, Blake and Frank decide to interrogate the local bookmakers, and Craig McLachlan stars in the drama.

is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls under the broader genre of drama and follows a self‑contained story that unfolds within its runtime. The title hints at the challenges the characters face, and the episode format means the narrative is resolved by the end of the broadcast. The plot opens with a tragic accident during a training session: a jockey is killed after his horse throws him while they are practising. The incident, at first glance, appears to be a straightforward mishap on the track. However, the discovery of suspicious evidence suggests that the death may not have been accidental, prompting a deeper look into what really happened that day. With the possibility of foul play now on the table, two investigators—Blake and Frank—step in to uncover the truth. Their strategy centres on interrogating the local bookmakers, whose knowledge of the racing world could shed light on any illicit activity surrounding the jockey’s demise. By questioning these odds‑makers, Blake and Frank hope to piece together a motive and identify any parties who might have benefited from the jockey’s untimely end. The episode features Craig McLachlan in a starring role, adding a recognizable face to the unfolding investigation. His presence anchors the story, while the focus remains on the unfolding mystery, the suspects among the bookmakers, and the effort to bring clarity to a death that initially seemed purely accidental.