Don Matteo (English subtitled) Season 1 Episode 4 The Bad Apple

Don Matteo season 1 episode 4, titled "The Bad Apple," begins with a shocking crime that takes place in a small Italian town. A wealthy businessman, Francesco Abbate, is found dead in his office with a gunshot wound to his head.

The local police are quick to assume that Abbate's wife, Lorenza, is responsible for the murder. However, Don Matteo, the local priest and amateur detective, isn't so sure. He sets out to investigate the crime and clear Lorenza's name.

As Don Matteo delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit in the Abbate family. He discovers that Francesco had many enemies, including his own son, Andrea, who was deeply unhappy with the way his father treated him.

Don Matteo also meets Federico, a teenage boy who used to work for Francesco and who seems to know more about the murder than he is letting on. Federico's troubled home life and shady background make him a likely suspect in the investigation.

Meanwhile, Don Matteo's close friend and confidant, Captain Anceschi, is struggling with his own personal demons. He is haunted by a decision he made years ago that has come back to haunt him in the form of a mysterious letter.

As Don Matteo races against time to solve the murder and clear Lorenza's name, he must also navigate the complicated emotions and relationships of the people involved in the case. The town is buzzing with rumors and speculation, and it seems that everyone has something to hide.

In the end, Don Matteo uncovers the truth behind the murder and brings the culprit to justice, but not before facing some difficult choices and making some surprising discoveries about the people he thought he knew. "The Bad Apple" is a gripping episode that showcases the best of Don Matteo's detective skills and the complex relationships that make up this small Italian town.