Ep 14. The Nutty Confessor

The Nutty Confessor is the fourteenth episode of the third season of the popular police drama TV series, NYPD Blue. This episode first aired on February 15, 1996.

The episode revolves around the investigation of a murdered nun who was found dead in her church. The case is assigned to detectives Andy Sipowicz (played by Dennis Franz) and Bobby Simone (played by Jimmy Smits).

As they investigate the case, they encounter a new character, an eccentric and slightly crazed man named Doug Greer (played by guest star Bruce McGill), who is convinced he is the murderer. Doug confesses to Sipowicz and Simone that he strangled a nun. However, there are some inconsistencies in his story, and the detectives aren't sure if they can trust him, or if he is just a delusional man seeking attention.

Meanwhile, detectives Greg Medavoy (played by Gordon Clapp) and James Martinez (played by Nicholas Turturro) investigate a robbery case. The case involves a woman who claims she was robbed at gunpoint while walking her dog at night. The detectives have a hard time believing her story and struggle to find any evidence to support it.

Back at the precinct, Detective Diane Russell (played by Kim Delaney) is having a tough day. She is under investigation by Internal Affairs for giving information to a defense attorney. This investigation is causing tension between her and other members of the squad, particularly Sipowicz, who she has been dating.

As the episode progresses, Sipowicz and Simone become more suspicious of Greer and begin to uncover more details about his past. Meanwhile, Medavoy and Martinez continue to investigate the robbery case, but their efforts seem to be in vain. Russell tries to clear her name with Internal Affairs, but things don't go as smoothly as she hoped for.

The Nutty Confessor is a suspenseful episode, with multiple storylines that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The case of the murdered nun is a gruesome one, and the detectives' efforts to solve it are intense. The addition of the character Greer brings an interesting dynamic to the episode, and viewers are left wondering if he is really the murderer or not.

The episode also touches on themes of loyalty, trust, and betrayal. Russell's investigation by Internal Affairs puts her relationships with her colleagues in jeopardy, and viewers see her struggling to prove her loyalty and maintain her relationships.

Overall, The Nutty Confessor offers a thrilling and suspenseful episode for fans of the show. The mix of multiple storylines and tense moments make for an entertaining hour of television.