Frank Hathaway is a fictional character portrayed by Mark Benton in the TV series Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled O Brave New World (season 1), they were 52 years old.
They appear in all 40 aired episodes so far and have accumulated 760 positive votes.
The character of Frank Hathaway is mainly associated with Luella Shakespeare and Sebastian Brudenell.
Episodes40
O Brave New World
episode S1.E1 february 2018Bride to be Luella Shakespeare believes her future husband Clive Brenton is unfaithful and approaches shabby private eye and ex-policeman Frank Hathaway. Her suspicions seem unfounded but directly after the wedding Clive is murdered and Luella the main suspect as he is proved to have been a con-man who took her money. Joining with Frank and his assistant Sebastian she uncovers Clive's shady past and proves her own sleuthing skills, leading to the killer's apprehension and a new partnership.
The Chimes at Midnight
episode S1.E2 february 2018Penelope and Owain Pincott approach Luella and Frank to investigate acts of sabotage at their rest home, so Sebastian is sent undercover as a care assistant. He discovers that one resident is a kleptomaniac and Owain has an admirer so both become suspects when Penelope is murdered. However a death from the past provides as clue to solving one in the present.
This Promised End
episode S1.E3 february 2018Undertaker Peter Quintus is visited by two sinister hitmen, who say they will kill him in twenty-four hours so he seeks help from Luella and Frank. Peter's ex-wife, the voracious Brenda, claims that he owes her a lot of money and then current wife Anne is attacked. Somebody clearly bears him a grudge and the detectives must find them before the deadline runs out.
This Rough Magic
episode S1.E4 march 2018Jill Shiplake dies after being picked from the audience to assist magician Laurence Pross in a stage trick. Laurence believes rival conjuror Anton Duke sabotaged the trick and consults Luella and Frank. They discover that wealthy Jill had argued with cash-strapped spouse Steffan and CCTV seems to incriminate him but the detectives find that he has been framed and must work out why and by whom.
Toil and Trouble
episode S1.E5 march 2018Mayor Rexler is murdered and known criminal Billy the Brick is the chief suspect so Billy approaches Frank to clear his name. The mayor was launching an affordable housing scheme with property developer Victoria Cathness but was facing environmental protesters. However he appeared to have a change of heart, unlike politically ambitious new mayor Moses Abiola. . With Billy's mother the protest leader things look bad for the lad so Frank and Luella have to save him.
Exit, Pursued by a Bear
episode S1.E6 march 2018Self-centred actress Sally Balthasar receives death threats after rewriting 'Romeo and Juliet' as a feminist tract and is poisoned on stage. Cast and crew benefit from her absence, including director Roman Randall, who worked with Sally in a soap with a similar poison plot-line, and his lover, understudy Belle Roehampton. Somebody wants Sally off the stage, and Luella and Frank must find out who.
The Fairest Show Means Most Deceit
episode S1.E7 march 2018Frank is sceptical when an American, Martin Mariner, shows up, claiming to be his uncle. Meanwhile Frank and Luella are asked by shop-owners Diana and Leon Tarsich to prove that their cash-strapped employee Lola is faking an injury claim against them. Then Diana is murdered and Martin is a prime suspect. In proving his innocence, Frank also gets to clear up another mystery.
The Chameleon's Dish
episode S1.E8 march 2018Student Hamish Kingly tells the detectives that he has had a premonition of a murder at the retreat run by his mother Sandra and step-father Rex so they sign on for the weekend. Hamish's therapist Polly Rattle arrives, demanding her daughter Lily, Hamish's ex-girlfriend, leaves immediately and when Polly is murdered Hamish is arrested. In addition to being in a feud with Sandra and Rex Polly had been having an affair with another student Uzomu but by delving into Hamish's past Luella and Frank unmask the killer.
The Rascal Cook
episode S1.E9 march 2018Volatile Len Tekler, owner of the Hiverna restaurant, complains of culinary sabotage, designed to give him a bad review by food critic Paulina Stainton. When the restaurant is closed by health inspectors Tekler suspects rival chef Trevor Cordiss but then Tekler is found dead. Paulina has an old grudge against him but she provides a link from the past which helps to crack the case.
Ill Met by Moonlight
episode S1.E10 march 2018On the eve of an Autumn charity ball Lady Tanya Bede discovers that her rebellious daughter Mia has disappeared along with a priceless necklace she intends to wear at the ball. A ransom note implies that Mia has been kidnapped and suspicion falls on spurned boyfriend Dimitri. However CCTV footage from a pawn-shop and a drunken admission from Lady Tanya suggests otherwise.
Outrageous Fortune
episode S2.E1 february 2019When a pampered pet runs away from a life of luxury, Frank and Lu are tasked with tracking down the hound.
The Play's the Thing
episode S2.E2 february 2019When a Larp battle in the woods goes wrong, Lu and Frank must clear the Queen's name and catch the culprit.
This Cursed Hand
episode S2.E3 february 2019A missing persons case turns to murder as Frank and Lu investigate the disappearance of an Eastern European oligarch.
Beware the Ides of March
episode S2.E4 february 2019Frank and Lu investigate a series of deadly "accidents" on a psychic TV programmme hosted by two warring sisters.
No More Cakes and Ale
episode S2.E5 march 2019In a race against the clock, Frank and Lu must track down a vital witness in a crown court trial.
The Offered Fallacy
episode S2.E6 march 2019Frank and Lu must clear their names when they are framed for various crimes by some mysterious doppelgangers.
Nothing Will Come of Nothing
episode S2.E7 march 2019The team investigate the disappearance of a local lothario from a casino run by two eccentric sisters.
In My Memory Lock'd
episode S2.E8 march 2019The team attempt to discover the identity of an amnesiac and his connection to a local hotel.
The Envious Court
episode S2.E9 march 2019Luella's mother asks for help following death threats made against the owner of her exclusive tennis club.
Too Cold for Hell
episode S2.E10 march 2019An investigation into a fraudulent removal firm draw the team into conflict with a ruthless gangster.
How the Rogue Roar'd
episode S3.E1 february 2020When Frank and Lu are hired to help close down an old bingo hall, Frank is surprised to find an old nemesis at work. But what is he really up to?
See Thyself, Devil!
episode S3.E2 february 2020When a washed up rockstar thinks the devil is trying to kill him, Frank and Lu find themselves in a race to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.
The Sticking Place
episode S3.E3 february 2020Long-buried secrets are unearthed when Frank and Lu come to the aid of a community of allotment holders who are being threatened with eviction.
A Serpent's Tooth
episode S3.E4 february 2020After a fatal accident in a carpet warehouse, the youngest daughter of a carpet king hires Frank and Lu to investigate her own sisters.
Thy Fury Spent
episode S3.E5 february 2020A simple missing persons case takes a dramatic turn as Frank and Lu find themselves in the middle of a dispute over the opening of a new Shakespeare centre where it's clear that no-one is who they seem.
Reputation, Reputation, Reputation!
episode S3.E6 february 2020Frank and Lu enter the competitive world of hairdressing and find themselves combing through a tangled web of backstabbing and deceit.
Best Beware My Sting
episode S3.E7 february 2020An energy tycoon hires Frank and Lu to keep an eye on his wayward eldest daughter and ensure that the wedding of his youngest daughter goes off without a hitch. But things are about to get a whole lot worse.
All That Glisters
episode S3.E8 february 2020Frank and Lu find themselves puzzling through the world of enigmatology as they become podcasters investigating a mysterious twenty-year-old car accident that killed a young mother.
O Thou Invisible Spirit of Wine
episode S3.E9 february 2020When paranormal activity is reported in a Tudor pub, old family feuds are brought to a head and it looks like Frank and Lu have another mystery on their hands.
Teach Me, Dear Creature
episode S3.E10 february 2020Frank and Lu delve into the ultra-competitive world of private tutoring, while a reunion with an old RADA mate presents Sebastian with a choice about his future which could change everything for the agency.
If It Be Man's Work
episode S4.E1 february 2022Frank and Lu are drawn into Stratford's Silicon Valley when Spider calls upon their help to expose a mole within tech company Forosa.
If Music Be the Food of Love
episode S4.E2 february 2022Frank and Lu enter the competitive world of ballroom dancing, brimming with passion and jealousy, and learn the dangers of falling in love with your dance partner.
Too Much of Water
episode S4.E3 february 2022It's not all plain sailing when Frank and Lu are hired to look into the drowning of a former Miss Stratford-upon-Avon, as they begin to uncover the beauty queen's dark past.
Most Wicked Speed
episode S4.E4 february 2022When an American PI is arrested for murder, Frank and Lu are drawn into the world of motors in search of a valuable muscle car and are taken for a ride by some shifty characters.
Hunger for Bread
episode S4.E5 may 2022Lu infiltrates a local slimming club to uncover their secrets, but she gets more than she bargained for when she realises her sister is a member.
Die We Must
episode S4.E6 july 2022The case of a missing manuscript takes a dramatic turn when Frank and Lu find themselves trapped in famous author Greg Alban's house, where no-one is who they seem.
Some Cupid Kills
episode S4.E7 july 2022Investigating a death at a Shakespeare-for-hire agency, Frank and Lu discover more backstabbing and tragedy behind the scenes than there is in the performances.
And Rarest Parts
episode S4.E8 july 2022Frank and Lu investigate a case of paranormal activity when they are approached by a wealthy member of the local trainspotting community.
Time Decays
episode S4.E9 august 2022An idyllic Shakespeare walk soon turns to disaster when one of the walkers is murdered and Frank becomes the prime suspect.
I No More Desire a Rose
episode S4.E10 december 2022Frank and Lu are hired to unmask the 'Voice in the Dark' who threatens to destroy Wintermas, while Sebastian is faced with his first solo case.
- O Brave New World
- The Chimes at Midnight
- This Promised End
- This Rough Magic
- Toil and Trouble
- Exit, Pursued by a Bear
- The Fairest Show Means Most Deceit
- The Chameleon's Dish
- The Rascal Cook
- Ill Met by Moonlight
- Outrageous Fortune
- The Play's the Thing
- This Cursed Hand
- Beware the Ides of March
- No More Cakes and Ale
- The Offered Fallacy
- Nothing Will Come of Nothing
- In My Memory Lock'd
- The Envious Court
- Too Cold for Hell
- How the Rogue Roar'd
- See Thyself, Devil!
- The Sticking Place
- A Serpent's Tooth
- Thy Fury Spent
- Reputation, Reputation, Reputation!
- Best Beware My Sting
- All That Glisters
- O Thou Invisible Spirit of Wine
- Teach Me, Dear Creature
- If It Be Man's Work
- If Music Be the Food of Love
- Too Much of Water
- Most Wicked Speed
- Hunger for Bread
- Die We Must
- Some Cupid Kills
- And Rarest Parts
- Time Decays
- I No More Desire a Rose
Best moments10
- An investigation into a fraudulent removal firm draw the team into conflict with a ruthless gangster.
- An idyllic Shakespeare walk soon turns to disaster when one of the walkers is murdered and Frank becomes the prime suspect.
- The case of a missing manuscript takes a dramatic turn when Frank and Lu find themselves trapped in famous author Greg Alban's house, where no-one is who they seem.
- When an American PI is arrested for murder, Frank and Lu are drawn into the world of motors in search of a valuable muscle car and are taken for a ride by some shifty characters.
- Frank and Lu investigate a case of paranormal activity when they are approached by a wealthy member of the local trainspotting community.
- Student Hamish Kingly tells the detectives that he has had a premonition of a murder at the retreat run by his mother Sandra and step-father Rex so they sign on for the weekend. Hamish's therapist Polly Rattle arrives, demanding her daughter Lily, Hamish's ex-girlfriend, leaves immediately and when Polly is murdered Hamish is arrested. In addition to being in a feud with Sandra and Rex Polly had been having an affair with another student Uzomu but by delving into Hamish's past Luella and Frank unmask the killer.
- An energy tycoon hires Frank and Lu to keep an eye on his wayward eldest daughter and ensure that the wedding of his youngest daughter goes off without a hitch. But things are about to get a whole lot worse.
- Self-centred actress Sally Balthasar receives death threats after rewriting 'Romeo and Juliet' as a feminist tract and is poisoned on stage. Cast and crew benefit from her absence, including director Roman Randall, who worked with Sally in a soap with a similar poison plot-line, and his lover, understudy Belle Roehampton. Somebody wants Sally off the stage, and Luella and Frank must find out who.
- Jill Shiplake dies after being picked from the audience to assist magician Laurence Pross in a stage trick. Laurence believes rival conjuror Anton Duke sabotaged the trick and consults Luella and Frank. They discover that wealthy Jill had argued with cash-strapped spouse Steffan and CCTV seems to incriminate him but the detectives find that he has been framed and must work out why and by whom.
- Frank is sceptical when an American, Martin Mariner, shows up, claiming to be his uncle. Meanwhile Frank and Luella are asked by shop-owners Diana and Leon Tarsich to prove that their cash-strapped employee Lola is faking an injury claim against them. Then Diana is murdered and Martin is a prime suspect. In proving his innocence, Frank also gets to clear up another mystery.
- Too Cold for Hell
- Time Decays
- Die We Must
- Most Wicked Speed
- And Rarest Parts
- The Chameleon's Dish
- Best Beware My Sting
- Exit, Pursued by a Bear
- This Rough Magic
- The Fairest Show Means Most Deceit