The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents S2E12 — World's Oldest Motive
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The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents•Season 2•Episode 12

World's Oldest Motive

5.9/10 · 123 votesApr 11, 1987

Ranked #12 of 13 in Season 2•−0.5 vs season avg

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A series of mishaps foil the plan of a real estate agent who intends to end his marriage by hiring a contract killer.

Directed byAllan King
Written byRichard Chapman
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Episode Summary

"World's Oldest Motive" is episode 12 of The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents season 2. It scored 5.9/10 from 123 votes, ranking #12 of 13 episodes this season (season average 6.4). Directed by Allan King and written by Richard Chapman, it aired on April 11, 1987.

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