Ep 2. Murder on the Ballarat Train

Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries is an Australian drama television series that follows the life of the glamorous and bawdy detective Phryne Fisher, played by Essie Davis, as she battles crime and solves murders in 1920s Melbourne. Season 1 episode 2 titled 'Murder on the Ballarat Train' opens with the luxurious train trip to Ballarat where Miss Fisher discovers the murdered body of a woman, who she had earlier shared a berth with. The deceased woman had been traveling with her husband and daughter, and it becomes evident that the motive for the murder might be the successful theft of valuable rubies that the husband had been guarding.

As the case progresses, Miss Fisher must navigate the conflicting alibis of suspects, including the likes of a Catholic priest, a shady businessman, an exotic dancer, and a naïve young man, all of whom were traveling on the same train. She quickly deduces that the situation is much more complicated than she first anticipated and discovers that everyone on the train seems to have something to hide.

The investigation becomes even more personal for Miss Fisher when her traveling companion Dr. Elizabeth MacMillan is kidnapped and held as a hostage. The perpetrator demands the rubies in exchange for the safe return of Dr. MacMillan. Miss Fisher, unwilling to give in to the demands, instead uses her resourcefulness and ingenuity to track down the kidnapper and rescue her friend.

Throughout the episode, Miss Fisher uses her intelligence, charm, and unrelenting determination to solve the case, all while charming her way through the glamorous world of the 1920s. She proves to be more than capable of holding her own in a world dominated by men, and her quick-witted and fearless persona make her a heroine to root for.

Overall, 'Murder on the Ballarat Train' keeps audiences on the edge of their seats as they try to piece together who the killer could be. It is an exciting and thrilling episode that showcases the show's unique blend of intrigue, mystery, and 1920s flair. Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and anyone who loves a good mystery.