Ep 4. The Faithful
- TV-14
- October 17, 2001
- 44 min
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8.0 (354)
The Faithful is the fourth episode of the first season of Law & Order: Criminal Intent. This episode follows Detectives Goren and Eames as they investigate a bizarre case involving the murder of a young woman named Trudy Pomeranski.
The episode begins with Trudy's husband, Adam, reporting her missing. Goren and Eames arrive at their apartment to investigate, and they quickly begin to piece together a picture of Trudy's life. They learn that she was an aspiring actress and had recently landed a minor role in a play. They also discover that Adam is a devout Christian who had met Trudy at a church retreat several years before.
As they dig deeper, Goren and Eames find evidence suggesting that Trudy may have been having an affair. The discovery leads them to a man named Jerry Cardozo, who was Trudy's co-star in the play and had a reputation for sleeping with his female castmates. However, the detectives find no concrete evidence linking Jerry to Trudy's murder.
Meanwhile, Adam's Christian faith becomes a point of interest for Goren. He learns that Adam had been attending a Bible study group led by a charismatic pastor named Gabriel. Goren begins to suspect that Gabriel may be involved in Trudy's murder and sets out to investigate.
As the detectives continue their investigation, they find themselves up against a conspiracy of devout Christians who are willing to do whatever it takes to protect Gabriel and their faith. Despite the obstacles, Goren and Eames manage to unravel the complex web of lies and deceit and bring Trudy's killer to justice.
Overall, The Faithful is a compelling episode that explores the complex intersection of faith, love, and murder. The performances of the cast are strong, particularly Vincent D'Onofrio as Goren, who brings his signature intensity and intellect to the role. The episode strikes a careful balance between suspenseful mystery and thought-provoking commentary on the role of religion in our lives. Fans of Law & Order will not be disappointed by this gripping installment.
