After a serial killer strangles several women with a necktie, London police identify a suspect—but he claims vehemently to be the wrong man.

1976 film directed by Richard Donner

1987 film by James Ivory

Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.