When Sergeant Stenning arrives to investigate a neighbour's report, Norman engages in a psychological game, deflecting suspicion with dark humour and odd behaviour.
Norman and Millie, who we learn has been a willing victim in Noman's game, perform disturbing theatrical scenarios in front of Sergeant Stenning, leaving him frustrated and confused.
Just when it seems Norman has succeeded, Sergeant Stenning returns unexpectedly, and the atmosphere grows thick with suspicion as the plot rapidly moves in new directions and the characters' true motives and actions come to light.
[1] Cast: Director: Clifford Williams Design: Carl Toms Shaffer wrote several versions of Murderer over the years, each having different scenes and endings, though the premise of Norman planning to kill his wife remains in each.
[1] Cast: Director: Diane Cilento Design: James Ridewood A brief revival saw Murderer play at the Menier Chocolate Factory in Southwark, London from 10 November 2004 – 22 January 2005, with Les Dennis taking the lead role of Norman Bartholomew.