At a mystery writers' convention where Houston is the keynote speaker, publisher Wayne Slocum shoots hated mystery writer Emily Armor three times with a .45 magnum, then brazenly entreats his friend Houston to help solve her murder.
| Name | Type | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skip Webster | Writer | ||
| Denny Miller | Guest Star | ||
| Saverio LoMedico | Guest Star | ||
| Cis Rundle | Guest Star | ||
| Norman Alden | Guest Star | ||
| Terry Moore | Guest Star | ||
| Richard Anderson | Guest Star | ||
| John Moschitta Jr. | Guest Star | ||
| Joseph Campanella | Guest Star | ||
| Markie Post | Guest Star | ||
| Corey Allen | Director |