During Jessica's trip to Amish country, her escort is accused of murder.During Jessica's trip to Amish country, her escort is accused of murder.During Jessica's trip to Amish country, her escort is accused of murder.
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- TriviaSecond Murder, She Wrote episode to star both Jennifer Runyon and Hunt Block. They previously co-starred in Season 6, Episode 2, 'Seal of the Confessional.'
- GoofsThe local sheriff pronounces "Amish" with a long "a," as in "face," rather than a short "a," as in "bra."
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[last lines]
Jessica Fletcher: Reuben is still shunned. Tell me, Bishop, why haven't you forgiven him?
Bishop Burkhardt: I would gladly, if he asked me to. But he's not yet ready for that.
Jessica Fletcher: When will he be ready?
Bishop Burkhardt: Surely that's a puzzle you can solve.
Jessica Fletcher: [pause] After he forgives himself.
Bishop Burkhardt: Amen.
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Written by John Addison
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Murder in the Amish County
Have always been quite fond of 'Murder She Wrote'. It is a fun and relaxing watch that makes you think as you try to unwind in the evening. If one wants more complex, twisty mysteries with lots of tension and suspense 'Murder She Wrote' may not be for you, but if you want something light-hearted and entertaining but still provide good mysteries 'Murder She Wrote' fits the bill just fine.
Of the Season 7 episodes, "Murder Plain and Simple" is in the top 3. The others being "Who Killed J.B. Fletcher?" and "The Return of Preston Giles". Even though the mystery was basic, "Thursday's Child" really resonated with me on an emotional level in a way that no other previous 'Murder She Wrote' episode did (apart from the ending of "The Return of Preston Giles"), so that also holds a soft spot. My only very minor, and pretty insignificant, nit-pick with "Murder Plain and Simple" is some of the hair/beards looking on the cheap side. Otherwise, it is one of few episodes of Season 7 with little to fault.
The acting is a high point here. Angela Lansbury can't be faulted and all the cast are more than up to their level with three standouts. Hunt Block and Jennifer Runyon are excellent playing characters that one can identify with, Reuben for having a proving-innocence situation that's predictable in outcome but rootable and Rebecca for how she puts up with such a bully of a husband. The chemistry between them simmers. Michael Sarrazin superbly dominates his tension-filled scenes as a domineering bully that the viewer hates just as much as the characters on screen do, of his two 'Murder She Wrote' appearances this is the better one with the meatier character.
"Murder Plain and Simple's" mystery is a strong one, it's easy to follow without being too simple and has some brain-teasing without confusing the viewer. The ending is surprising, not what it first appears to be, and one actually hates the victim more than we already do.
Production values as always are slick and stylish with some nostalgia induced. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune. The writing is thoughtful, cosy and light-hearted while taking itself seriously as well.
In summary, one of the standout episodes of Season 7. 10/10 Bethany Cox
Of the Season 7 episodes, "Murder Plain and Simple" is in the top 3. The others being "Who Killed J.B. Fletcher?" and "The Return of Preston Giles". Even though the mystery was basic, "Thursday's Child" really resonated with me on an emotional level in a way that no other previous 'Murder She Wrote' episode did (apart from the ending of "The Return of Preston Giles"), so that also holds a soft spot. My only very minor, and pretty insignificant, nit-pick with "Murder Plain and Simple" is some of the hair/beards looking on the cheap side. Otherwise, it is one of few episodes of Season 7 with little to fault.
The acting is a high point here. Angela Lansbury can't be faulted and all the cast are more than up to their level with three standouts. Hunt Block and Jennifer Runyon are excellent playing characters that one can identify with, Reuben for having a proving-innocence situation that's predictable in outcome but rootable and Rebecca for how she puts up with such a bully of a husband. The chemistry between them simmers. Michael Sarrazin superbly dominates his tension-filled scenes as a domineering bully that the viewer hates just as much as the characters on screen do, of his two 'Murder She Wrote' appearances this is the better one with the meatier character.
"Murder Plain and Simple's" mystery is a strong one, it's easy to follow without being too simple and has some brain-teasing without confusing the viewer. The ending is surprising, not what it first appears to be, and one actually hates the victim more than we already do.
Production values as always are slick and stylish with some nostalgia induced. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune. The writing is thoughtful, cosy and light-hearted while taking itself seriously as well.
In summary, one of the standout episodes of Season 7. 10/10 Bethany Cox
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