Ep 15. Witness for the Execution

David and Maddie are on opposite sides in a murder trial in "Witness for the Execution," the 15th episode of Moonlighting season two. The episode begins with the murder of the head of a major corporation, and the suspect is one of her employees, who was seen leaving her office right before she was killed. The suspect is put on trial, and David is called in as a witness by the prosecution. Maddie is hired by the defense to find evidence that will exonerate the suspect.

Maddie becomes convinced that the suspect is innocent, but David is convinced that he is guilty. Maddie's investigation leads her to believe that the killer was actually someone who had a personal motive for killing the victim. Meanwhile, David's testimony in court becomes crucial when new evidence is presented that seems to implicate the suspect even further.

As the trial goes on, tensions start to rise between Maddie and David as they argue about the suspect's guilt or innocence. Maddie is frustrated by David's stubbornness and inability to consider other possibilities, while David is frustrated by Maddie's refusal to accept the evidence against the suspect.

The episode takes a few twists and turns, including a surprising revelation that casts doubt on the suspect's guilt. Both Maddie and David are forced to reconsider their positions and work together to uncover the truth behind the murder.

Ultimately, the question of the suspect's guilt or innocence is left up to the jury, and the verdict is a surprise to everyone involved. The episode ends with Maddie and David discussing the outcome and reflecting on the complex nature of the justice system.

Overall, "Witness for the Execution" is a fast-paced and suspenseful episode that showcases the dynamics of David and Maddie's relationship as they work on opposite sides of a high-stakes murder trial. The episode also touches on themes of justice and the fallibility of the legal system, making it both engaging and thought-provoking.