Ep 21. Murder at the Oasis
- TV-G
- April 7, 1985
- 48 min
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7.5 (474)
In the season 1 episode "Murder at the Oasis," Jessica Fletcher, played by Angela Lansbury, finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation while on vacation in the desert oasis of Palm Springs.
After arriving at the luxurious resort, Jessica quickly becomes acquainted with the staff and guests, including wealthy businessman Arthur Kendrick and his beautiful and much younger wife, Eve. But when Arthur is found dead in the hotel pool, Jessica's vacation takes a deadly turn.
As Jessica begins to investigate the murder, she discovers that many of the people at the resort had potential motives for killing Arthur, including his unfaithful wife, his business associates, and his shady financial advisor. But when another body turns up, Jessica realizes that the killer is still at large and that she may be the next target.
With the help of a local detective, Jessica deepens her investigation and uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that stretches far beyond the confines of the resort. As she gets closer to the truth, Jessica puts herself in grave danger and must use all of her deductive skills to solve the case before it's too late.
With its intricate plot, suspenseful pacing, and gripping performances, "Murder at the Oasis" is a standout episode of Murder, She Wrote that will keep you guessing until the very end. Whether you are a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer, this thrilling installment is not to be missed.