Ep 12. All That Glitters (1)

As Eureka's holiday season is in full swing, a priceless artifact owned by Global Dynamic's new sponsor is stolen and things go awry. Hence, Sheriff Jack carter and the company's head scientist, Douglas Fargo team up to find the stolen object including the thief. However, their investigation uncovers a surprising suspect and an unexpected ally is needed to save the holiday season. Meanwhile, Jim Taggart's adventurous daughter, Zoe, finds a mysterious glowing rock while on camping, which might be more than meets the eye.

The episode, "All That Glitters (1)," is the twelfth episode of the second season of Eureka, an American science-fiction series. The episode originally aired on September 8, 2008, on the SyFy network. It was directed by Michael Robison and written by Bruce Miller.

The episode opens with the residents of Eureka getting ready for the upcoming holiday season. At Global Dynamics, the town's cutting-edge research facility, a priceless artifact owned by their new sponsor, Dr. Hugh Ruskin, is stolen. Sheriff Jack Carter (played by Colin Ferguson) and the head scientist, Douglas Fargo (played by Neil Grayston), are enlisted to solve the theft. They soon discover that the thief has used a high-tech device to bypass Global Dynamic's advanced security system and make off with the artifact undetected.

As they investigate further, Jack and Fargo become suspicious of Ruskin's assistant, Natalie (played by Ever Carradine), who seems to have a mysterious past. They confront her, but she denies any involvement in the theft. Meanwhile, Jim Taggart's (played by Matt Frewer) daughter, Zoe (played by Jordan Hinson), and her friend, Lucas (played by Barclay Hope), discover a glowing rock while on a camping trip.

Back at Global Dynamics, the investigation takes a surprising turn when the stolen artifact turns up in a surprising place. Suspicions point to an unlikely suspect, and Jack and Fargo need an unexpected ally to catch the real thief. As they race against time to catch the culprit, Zoe's discovery of the glowing rock leads to some unexpected consequences, which could have significant implications for the town of Eureka.

"All That Glitters (1)" is a thrilling episode that showcases the wit, humor, and action that have made Eureka such a beloved series. The episode features excellent performances from the cast, particularly Colin Ferguson and Neil Grayston, who share great chemistry as the unlikely crime-solving duo. The episode is also notable for its holiday-themed setting, which adds a festive mood to the proceedings.

Overall, "All That Glitters (1)" is a highly entertaining episode that captures the spirit of Eureka and sets the stage for an exciting conclusion in the second half of the season. Fans of the series will not want to miss this thrilling installment of one of the most beloved science-fiction shows of all time.