Ep 9. The Liars

Maigret, season 2 episode 9, titled The Liars, follows the story of Chief Inspector Maigret as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths and a possible connection to his old adversary, gangster Joe Mascarelli.

The episode begins with the sudden death of a wealthy American woman, Mrs. Henderson, in her hotel room. Maigret is called in to investigate the cause of death, which appears to be a heart attack. However, the circumstances surrounding her death are suspicious enough that Maigret begins to dig deeper into Mrs. Henderson's life.

As he questions the hotel staff and Mrs. Henderson's acquaintances, Maigret discovers that there are several people with motives for wanting her dead, including her own husband. But when another death occurs just a few days later, Maigret realizes that there is a much larger conspiracy at play.

Meanwhile, Maigret is also dealing with the return of Joe Mascarelli, a notorious criminal from his past who has just been released from prison. Maigret suspects that Mascarelli may be involved in the deaths, but the gangster denies any involvement.

With both cases coming to a head, Maigret must use all of his detective skills to piece together the clues and reveal the truth behind the deaths. He faces challenges from both the suspects and his own colleagues, who are skeptical of his theories.

The Liars is a gripping and complex episode that showcases the intelligence and determination of Maigret in the face of adversity. It delves into themes of betrayal, greed, and power, and keeps the audience guessing until the very end.