Ep 3. Chapter Eleven

Set in 1930s Los Angeles, Perry Mason is a neo-noir drama series that takes inspiration from the classic courtroom drama of the same name. This long-running series was originally created by Erle Stanley Gardner and has been adapted for the small screen by Rolin Jones and Ron Fitzgerald. The show follows the titular character, Perry Mason (played by Matthew Rhys), a private detective and struggling war veteran who takes on a case that changes his life forever.

In season 2 episode 3, titled Chapter Eleven, Perry continues to investigate the brutal kidnapping of baby Charlie Dodson, which has sent shockwaves through the city of Los Angeles. The Dodsons are a wealthy and powerful family, and the pressure is on to find out what happened to their missing child. The police have made a suspect in the case, George Gannon (played by Eric Lange), who is a former associate of George Dodson Sr. (played by Jefferson Mays). George Sr. is the patriarch of the Dodson family, and Perry believes he may be hiding something.

Meanwhile, Perry's personal life is in turmoil as he struggles to maintain a relationship with his estranged wife, Linda (played by Juliet Rylance). Linda has been unfaithful to Perry, and he is finding it hard to move on. At the same time, Perry's partner, Pete Strickland (played by Shea Whigham), is wrestling with his own demons after a traumatic experience in the last episode. Pete is haunted by his past, and he is struggling to come to terms with what he saw.

As the investigation into Charlie's kidnapping continues, Perry and his team uncover a web of lies and deceit. They discover that George Sr. has been running a secret operation out of his factory, and may have ties to the kidnapping. Perry and Pete go undercover to try and infiltrate the operation, but they soon discover that they are not the only ones with a vested interest in the case.

Chapter Eleven is a tense and gripping episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The investigation into the kidnapping takes unexpected twists and turns, and Perry and his team are forced to navigate a complex web of intrigue and deception. Meanwhile, Perry struggles to come to terms with his own personal demons, as he tries to maintain a relationship with Linda while coping with the demands of his job.

Overall, Chapter Eleven is a standout episode in a fantastic series. The stellar performances from the cast, the atmospheric setting, and the intricate plotting combine to create a thrilling and engaging viewing experience. Whether you're a fan of classic courtroom dramas or gritty neo-noir crime shows, Perry Mason is a must-watch series that delivers on every level.