Ep 2. The Labyrinth of the Minotaur

Father Brown season 5 episode 2, titled "The Labyrinth of the Minotaur," follows the eponymous Father Brown, a Catholic priest living in a small English village. In this episode, Father Brown is called upon to solve a mystery surrounding the death of a wealthy businessman, Hector Bridges. Bridges was found dead within the labyrinth of his own garden, leading authorities to suspect foul play.

The episode opens with Father Brown's friend Lady Felicia, a socialite, seeking his help in investigating Bridges' death. Father Brown and Lady Felicia start off by looking into the family of Hector Bridges. They soon discover that Hector's wife, Annabel, was having an affair with a Frenchman named Lucien Dupont. The discovery of the affair leads them to suspect that Dupont may have been the murderer.

As they continue to investigate, they find a hidden room in Hector's mansion, which leads them to believe that Hector could have been involved in illegal business practices. The investigation takes a turn when Dupont is found murdered within the labyrinth. The discovery of Dupont's body leads Father Brown to believe that someone else could be involved in the plot to kill Hector Bridges.

Father Brown and Lady Felicia's investigation eventually leads them to a small village nearby, where they suspect that a group of young men may be the key to solving the mystery. The young men are known for their annual tradition of reenacting the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. The reenactment involves creating mazes with each other inside a labyrinth. When one of the young men is found to have Hector's wedding ring, Father Brown realizes that this group of young men holds the key to solving the mystery.

Throughout the episode, Father Brown uses his incredible detective skills to uncover the truth behind Hector Bridges' murder. Along the way, he confronts the suspects and works to piece together the clues leading to the killer. The episode culminates in a dramatic scene where Father Brown confronts the murderer in a thrilling climax.

Overall, "The Labyrinth of the Minotaur" is a riveting episode of Father Brown that shows off the series' strengths: its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and unexpected twists and turns. Fans of the mystery genre will not be disappointed by this excellent installment in the series.