Ep 13. Retirement is Murder
- TVPG
- January 10, 1995
- 22 min
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8.2 (969)
In the season 2 episode 13 of Frasier titled "Retirement is Murder," Frasier and Niles' retirement plan takes a hit when their mentor, Dr. Tewksbury, passes away. In an attempt to secure their future, they reach out to a wealthy potential patient, Harlow Safford, who invites them to his home on his private island to discuss their medical services.
Frasier and Niles set off to Harlow Safford's secluded island, only to discover upon arrival that they have been invited to participate in a real-life role-playing game. Harlow Safford has invited a group of people to his island to solve a murder mystery, with the prize of a valuable rare book for whoever solves the murder first.
The game soon becomes all too real when one of the guests is found dead, and the remaining guests become the prime suspects in the murder. As Frasier and Niles work to clear their names and find the real murderer, they must navigate a web of lies and deceit amongst the other guests, all while trying to come out on top and secure their lucrative medical contract with Harlow Safford.
Meanwhile, back in Seattle, Martin grows increasingly suspicious of Daphne's new boyfriend, who seems too good to be true. Martin enlists Roz to help him uncover the truth about the mysterious man, and the two of them search for any information they can find on his past.
As the investigation on the island heats up and tensions run high, the secrets of the guests begin to unravel, and Frasier and Niles come closer to solving the murder mystery. But with multiple suspects and motives, the case is a difficult one to crack, and Frasier and Niles must use all of their wits and knowledge of human behavior to identify the killer and clear their names.
Filled with twists and turns, "Retirement is Murder" is a thrilling episode of Frasier that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With a mix of humor and suspense, it's a wonderful example of the show's ability to balance comedy and drama. The episode also features some great character development for Frasier and Niles as they navigate the unfamiliar terrain of the murder mystery game and learn more about themselves and each other in the process. Overall, "Retirement is Murder" is a fantastic addition to the second season of Frasier and a must-watch for any fan of the show.