Ep 5. Expire Erect

Lucifer Morningstar is back with another thrilling episode, titled "Expire Erect" in its fourth season. This episode is all about the murders that are taking place in the city, which lead Chloe and Lucifer on the case. Lucifer needs to find the killer, but at the same time, he has his own issues to deal with.

The episode starts with a young couple having dinner together when all of a sudden, the woman collapses. Upon the arrival of the authorities, it is revealed that she has been poisoned. Lucifer and Chloe are now on the case, and they start investigating.

As they begin their investigation, they come across a group of people who are part of a study on the effects of aging. The group's leader, Dr. Jonathan Medina, a charming and charismatic man, invites them to join the study and offers them an opportunity to slow down the aging process.

Meanwhile, Lucifer is struggling with his own issues, trying to figure out why he is losing his powers. He seeks help from Eve, who suggests that he might be experiencing an existential crisis. In addition, Maze, his longtime ally, is also going through some problems of her own and seeks advice from Linda, Lucifer's therapist.

The story gathers momentum when another murder occurs, and the victim is also part of the study group. Chloe and Lucifer realize that there must be a connection between the murders and the study. As they interview the members, they discover that each of them has a motive for the murders, making it more difficult to pin down the killer.

Lucifer and Chloe narrow down the suspects and lock horns with Medina, who seems to have the most apparent motive behind the murders. However, the plot takes a surprising turn as they discover the true motives behind the murders.

The episode also throws light on some subplots, with Linda trying to convince Maze of taking control of her life. Meanwhile, Eve, who is experiencing her first heartbreak, seeks solace in Vegas.

Overall, "Expire Erect" is an engaging and thrilling episode that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. It showcases a balance between the murder case and the personal issues of the characters, giving depth to the storyline and character development. The plot is well-written, and the performances are top-notch, making it an episode worth watching.