Ep 20. Three Strikes, You're Out

Jessica Fletcher is back with another thrilling episode of Murder, She Wrote in season 5 episode 20 titled "Three Strikes, You're Out". In this episode, we see Jessica experiencing the luxurious life of a yachting excursion on the high seas as a guest of her good friend Captain Caleb Cooper. But like always, where Jessica goes, there's always a murder to solve!

Onboard, Jessica takes an instant liking to a young couple, Kevin and Susan Clark, who were also guests on the ship. Kevin is a professional baseball player who just signed a five-year, $10 million contract. During a game of shuffleboard, he tells Jessica that he and Susan are newlyweds and that they have been traveling around the world on their honeymoon.

However, things take a dark turn when Kevin suddenly dies while playing a game of poker with his teammate, Stu Gibbs. The authorities believe it to be a case of suicide, but Jessica is not convinced. She believes that Kevin might have been murdered and starts her investigation.

As Jessica starts digging into Kevin's life, she discovers that he has a gambling problem and had lost a significant amount of money playing poker with his teammates. Kevin and his wife Susan had been married for only a few months, and while Kevin was a successful athlete, Susan had a criminal record with three felony convictions.

Jessica's suspicion grows as she finds more and more striking evidence of foul play. She takes a closer look at the two detectives, who seem to be too focused on Kevin's gambling problem and his wife's criminal record. Could they have been involved in Kevin's death?

As she continues to investigate, Jessica uncovers a complex web of deceit and betrayal. More murders follow, and Jessica realizes that she is dealing with a killer who will stop at nothing to protect themselves. As she gets closer to the truth, she finds herself in grave danger and captured by the killer.

In the end, Jessica doesn't disappoint and solves the crime, revealing the identity of the killer. "Three Strikes, You're Out" is an excellent episode that showcases Jessica's wit, intelligence, and tenacity as she navigates the complexities of the case and untangles the web of lies to solve the murder mysteries.

The episode is well-paced, and the suspense builds up throughout, leaving the viewer always on the edge of their seat. The plot twists and turns, and just when you think you have it figured out, it takes you by surprise. Angela Lansbury's brilliant acting as Jessica Fletcher keeps the viewer engaged in every scene.

Overall, "Three Strikes, You're Out" is a thrilling and entertaining episode of Murder, She Wrote that is a must-watch for fans of the mystery genre. The show's signature style of merging high-class settings, complex characters, and a thrilling plot makes for an unforgettable episode that will leave you wanting more.