Ep 21. The Perfect Foil

Jessica Fletcher is back with another intriguing episode of Murder, She Wrote - The Perfect Foil. The story takes the audience through a series of well-crafted events that eventually lead to a murder investigation. It is the 21st episode of season 2 and as always, Jessica is at the center of attention, trying to solve the mystery before it's too late.

The episode begins with Jessica attending a reception held by her old friend and famous playwright, David Tolliver. David is unveiling his latest work, and the audience is full of famous theater critics and actors. However, there is one person that stands out to Jessica - the handsome but mysterious actor, Nick Hollister, who has caught the eye of both Jessica and her friend, Eve Simpson.

However, Jessica's enjoyment of the evening is short-lived as the host of the reception falls down the stairs in a tragic accident. Jessica is immediately suspicious of the circumstances surrounding the incident and starts investigating, with Nick conveniently becoming her first suspect.

As Jessica delves deeper into the mystery, she finds that David's play is not as perfect as it seems, and there are several people with possible motives for wanting him out of the picture. One particularly angry critic, Warren Pierce, seems to have it out for David and is soon added to Jessica's list of suspects.

Things take a turn for the worse when a second person is found dead, and the situation becomes even more complex. Jessica is now even more determined to solve the case before anyone else falls victim to the murderer. With the help of her friend, Sheriff Amos Tupper and the ever-reliable Seth Hazlitt, Jessica finally uncovers the real killer and puts an end to the tragic events that have unfolded.

The Perfect Foil is a thrilling and well-paced episode that delivers on all fronts. The story is intriguing, and the characters are all well-rounded, making it easy to get invested in the mystery. The episode also features some great moments of humor, with Jessica's quirky personality and quick wit providing some much-needed levity.

Overall, The Perfect Foil is an excellent addition to the Murder, She Wrote series and provides yet another example of why the show has stayed popular for decades. It's a must-watch for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a good old-fashioned murder mystery.