Conan Season 2012 Episode 57 Extremely Slow Murder on the Orient Local
- April 19, 2012
In season 2012 of Conan, episode 57, titled "Extremely Slow Murder on the Orient Local," viewers are taken on a comedic journey through a parody of the classic murder mystery genre. Host Conan O'Brien plays the role of an eccentric detective, tasked with solving a murder on a train. But instead of the luxurious Orient Express, the train in question is the slow and decrepit Orient Local.
As Conan interviews the passengers on board, he quickly realizes that the murder is not the only slow-moving aspect of this train ride. The train itself seems to be crawling along at an agonizingly slow pace, punctuated by frequent stops and mechanical difficulties. Conan's frustration with the situation adds to the hilarity of the situation, as he tries to solve the case despite the odds.
The suspects on board are a motley crew, each with their own quirks and motives. There's the wealthy industrialist, the eccentric inventor, and the prim and proper lady with a secret. Each character is played to comedic effect, with exaggerated personalities and hilarious interactions with Conan as he tries to piece together the clues.
As the train chugs along, Conan becomes more and more convinced that everyone on board is guilty. Even the innocent passengers become suspects in his mind, as he starts to see evidence of foul play in every interaction. But as the tension mounts and the train reaches its final destination, Conan is forced to confront the truth about the murder and the train he's on.
Overall, "Extremely Slow Murder on the Orient Local" is a hilarious parody of the murder mystery genre, with Conan O'Brien at his comedic best. Fans of Conan's irreverent humor will not be disappointed by this episode, which combines suspense, silliness, and satire into one entertaining package.