Ellery Queen(1975)

Ellery Queen is an American detective mystery series that aired on NBC during the 1975–76 season. Jim Hutton stars as the brilliant titular detective, alongside David Wayne as his father, Inspector Richard Queen, and Tom Reese as Sergeant Velie. Created by Richard Levinson and William Link, the show follows Ellery as he investigates complex crimes across New York City. What sets Ellery Queen apart is its playful approach to the whodunit format: the detective regularly breaks the fourth wall to challenge viewers to solve the case before the reveal. The series blends classic mystery plotting with an interactive, audience-focused twist that invites viewers to play detective alongside the protagonist.