Frankie Drake Mysteries
Overview
Set in 1920s Toronto, Frankie Drake stands out as the city’s pioneering female private investigator, tackling the cases that law enforcement overlooks or struggles to solve. Her fearless spirit leads her through a labyrinth of challenges, including smuggling operations, American agents, and labor disputes. With her keen intuition and resourcefulness, Frankie navigates a world filled with intrigue and danger, constantly finding inventive solutions to escape the predicaments she encounters. Each case reveals not just the mysteries of the time, but also the strength and resilience of a woman breaking new ground in a male-dominated field.
Episodes
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1
Mother of Pearl
When Frankie finds herself at the center of a jewelry heist investigation, she has no choice but to team up with an unexpected companion. As the prim...
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2
Ladies in Red
When a factory owner enlists Frankie and Trudy to identify communist sympathizers among his employees, they quickly find themselves in over their hea...
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3
Summer in the City
When a corpse is discovered inside the suitcase of a young man, Frankie and Trudy spring into action, teaming up with journalist Ernest Hemingway to h...
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4
Healing Hands
After Trudy offers refuge to the daughter of a faith-healing preacher, she and Frankie delve into Toronto's vibrant Jazz scene. As they explore the c...
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5
Out of Focus
Frankie and Trudy dive into the dazzling realm of cinema, taking on undercover roles to unravel a baffling murder that has occurred on the set of a si...
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6
Whisper Sisters
When a shooting leaves the young son of a close friend wounded, Frankie and Trudy dive into a perilous investigation that uncovers the treacherous rea...
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7
Ties That Bind
Mary enlists the help of Frankie and Trudy to search for a vanished educator. As they delve deeper into the case, they unravel hidden family mysterie...
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8
The Pilot
What was meant to be a relaxing day for Frankie and Trudie quickly transforms into a challenging workday when the baby of a charming pilot is abduct...
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9
Ghosts
Frankie is confronted by the lingering shadows of war as she delves into the murder of a soldier. This grim investigation brings her face-to-face with...
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10
Anastasia
Frankie is enlisted to verify the authenticity of a young lady asserting that she is a Russian royal and to safeguard her against those plotting her d...
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11
Once Burnt Twice Spied
Frankie receives an enigmatic phone call from a British intelligence agent, prompting Mary to recount the story of how she and Trudy first crossed pat...
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The Old Switcheroo
When an old adversary appears in town peddling antiques, Frankie is certain it's a con. Determined to protect her friends, she and the team scramble ...
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Last Dance
The team delves into a botched kidnapping at the Palais Royale. As they dig deeper, they uncover that the abductee is in critical condition, prompting...
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3
Radio Daze
Mary finds herself performing in a radio drama, only to uncover that the production is actually a front for a heist. Realizing the danger, she races a...
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4
Emancipation Day
When donations go missing from a girls' orphanage for people of color, civil rights leader Marcus Garvey enlists the help of the team to uncover the ...
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5
Dressed to Kill
Renowned French fashion icon Coco Chanel becomes the focus of a bold assassination attempt, prompting her to enlist the services of Drake Private Dete...
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6
Extra Innings
Frankie delves into the mysterious on-field demise of a baseball player during a crucial game. As he uncovers the truth, he navigates the intense worl...
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7
50 Shades of Greyson
Mary's career hangs in the balance after she confronts Detective Greyson about allegedly concealing crucial evidence. As tensions rise, she must navi...
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8
Diamonds are a Gal’s Best Friend
What begins as a straightforward investigation into a stolen horse quickly spirals into a complex chase through the opulent gardens of Toronto's high ...
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9
Dealer's Choice
Frankie and Trudy find themselves in a precarious position when they agree to handle a case for the notorious mob boss Bessie Starkman. However, the ...
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10
Now You See Her
After the tragic murder of a magician's assistant, Frankie takes on an undercover role to uncover the truth behind the crime. However, as she navigate...
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No Friends Like Old Friends
When Frankie’s old friend from the war mysteriously vanishes in London, she teams up with the renowned author Agatha Christie to investigate the cir...
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2
Counterpunch
In the episode "Counterpunch," Frankie enters the boxing arena determined to put an end to illegal boxing activities. While on her mission, she reconn...
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3
School Ties…School Lies
In her quest to uncover the murderer of a cherished educator at an elite private institution, Frankie teams up with a bright and resourceful student....
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4
A Brother in Arms
Frankie is taken aback when a man arrives at the agency, asserting that he is her half-brother. He pleads for her assistance in securing the release ...
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5
Things Better Left Dead
Frankie devises a sinister plan to unveil the truth behind a man who asserts he has the ability to communicate with the deceased.
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6
Life on the Line
After a toy store proprietor becomes the victim of a relentless harassment scheme, the team decides to infiltrate a telecommunications facility to ca...
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7
Out on a Limb
After the mysterious death of a showgirl, Frankie delves into the case, which prompts her to assume a new identity as a waitress at a mermaid-themed ...
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8
Ward of the Roses
The detectives delve into a firebombing incident that targets a female politician's campaign headquarters. As they sift through evidence and uncover l...
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9
A History of Violins
After a rare and valuable violin goes missing, the Drake Detective Agency springs into action to uncover the thief. As they delve into the investigati...
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10
A Sunshine State of Mind
Frankie and her crew find themselves in a race against time to outsmart a swindler who has swindled funds from Nora and Mildred. With their wits and ...
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Scavenger Hunt
What starts as a fun scavenger hunt for our girls quickly escalates into a perilous game. As tensions rise, it becomes unclear whether someone is eli...
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2
Prince in Exile
After a charming prince known for his playboy lifestyle is abducted, the team must conduct a careful investigation to prevent an international crisis...
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3
The Girls Can't Help It
Frankie and Trudy take on the case of a group of lively flappers while they hunt for a missing, invaluable bottle of wine. As they delve deeper into ...
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4
A Most Foiled Assault
Intense rivalry and ingrained sexism hinder the young woman's quest for justice during a high-stakes fencing competition. As she navigates the challen...
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Ghost in the Machine
Nora believes she has encountered the spirit of a woman who was murdered, prompting her to enlist Frankie and Trudy in a search of their building. The...
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The Guilty Party
The team delves into the case of a man who was found not guilty of a horrific murder, questioning the validity of his acquittal. As they gather evide...
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7
Life is a Cabaret
After witnessing a shocking murder, Frankie embarks on a quest to find her friend, who has become a prime suspect. Her investigation takes her deep in...
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8
Sweet Justice
After Trudy learns that the water in her new dream house is contaminated, she enlists the help of her friends and the nighttime vigilante, Lady Justic...
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9
Showstoppers
Mary investigates a potential ethical breach involving Rita Hart's contemporary dance group. Meanwhile, Frankie expresses concerns about the possibili...
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10
A Family Affair
A significant upheaval in the lives of the women unfolds as Frankie discovers her father is alive, yet in peril. Meanwhile, Trudy makes the decision ...
