Inspector Rex (English subtitled) Season 3 Episode 2 City in Fear (Episode 2 of 12)
- October 31, 1996
- 45 min
In "City in Fear," the second episode of Inspector Rex season 3, the police force in Vienna is shaken by a series of brutal murders. The first victim is a young woman who was found strangled in her apartment, and it quickly becomes clear that there is a serial killer on the loose. The pressure is on for Detective Moser and the rest of the team to catch the culprit before he strikes again.
As they investigate, the detectives discover that the killer has a pattern: he preys on young women who live alone and work as waitresses. The next victim is found in a park, strangled in broad daylight. The city is on edge, and rumors are flying about the killer's identity. Moser and his team work tirelessly to track down leads and gather evidence, but the killer always seems to be one step ahead.
Meanwhile, Moser's relationship with his girlfriend is strained. She is a journalist who is covering the murders, and he resents her for getting involved in his case. Their arguments escalate and threaten to derail the investigation. Moser must try to balance his personal life with the intensity of his job in order to bring the killer to justice.
As the body count rises, the city becomes increasingly fearful. Moser and his team work around the clock to piece together the killer's motive and identify a suspect. Their investigation takes them into the seedy underbelly of Vienna's nightlife, where they encounter a cast of unsavory characters who may hold the key to solving the case.
In the end, Moser and his team are able to crack the case and bring the killer to justice. The resolution is a satisfying one that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. "City in Fear" is a tense and thrilling episode that showcases the talents of the show's cast and crew. It is a must-see for fans of the series and newcomers alike.