Kogoro and Conan are taken by Ran and Sonoko to a Rooster Festival at the Ranburi Shrine. Ran and Sonoko sneak off to have their love fortunes predicted. Sonoko reads Ran's fortune which strongly suggests her to be feminine and avoid mannish conducts. Sonoko is then robbed by a man wearing a hyottoko mask who flees with her purse towards Ran. Ran, hesitant by her love fortune, does not incapacitate him with karate and allows him to escape. Kogoro explains the man has been dubbed as the Rooster Man and is a serial robber at Rooster Festivals. Ran and Sonoko takes Conan with them to visit the festival again to have their love fortunes retold. A woman's scream is heard and they discover that the Rooster Man was spotted and stabbed a man before escaping.
"Murder, She Wrote" is not just a TV series; it's an iconic part of television history that has captivated audiences for nearly four decades. Premiering in 1984 and running for twelve successful seasons, this American crime drama features Angela Lansbury as the beloved amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher. As a former English teacher turned mystery author, Jessica’s path is constantly crossed by murder and intrigue, making her life a thrilling ride filled with suspense and clever twists.
The premise of the show is simple yet compelling: every time Jessica travels to promote her books or visit friends, she finds herself embroiled in another murder case. The charming town of Cabot Cove becomes a backdrop for numerous mysterious events that require her keen observation skills to solve. Each episode intricately weaves together the elements of crime fiction while showcasing Lansbury's remarkable ability to bring depth and warmth to her character. Fans are drawn not only to the intriguing plots but also to the charming portrayal of Jessica—a woman whose curiosity knows no bounds.
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