Episode
The Brokenwood Mysteries: Death Has Four Strings
Overview
Brokenwood's ukulele orchestra rehearsal hits a sour note after a property developer is killed with a snapped instrument; Mike and Kristin look into grudges within the band as the suspects multiply.
Details
- Series
- The Brokenwood Mysteries
- Season
- Season 12
- Episode
- Episode 5
- Air date
- 2026-05-04
Episode context
Death Has Four Strings is Episode 5 in Season 12 of The Brokenwood Mysteries. It aired on 2026-05-04.
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