Ep 4. Maigret?s Mistake (English subtitled)

Maigret, season 3 episode 4, "Maigret's Mistake" (English subtitled) follows Jules Maigret, a French detective in a small town, as he investigates a murder. The episode is set in the 1950s and presents a vivid picture of the French countryside at the time.

The episode opens with Maigret receiving a letter from a woman named Valentine Besson, who claims that her husband, Charles Besson, is in danger. Maigret visits Besson at his farm, where Besson seems to be in good spirits and entirely unconcerned about any danger. Nevertheless, Maigret accompanies Besson to a nearby bar, where Besson introduces him to the locals and buys everyone drinks.

Later that evening, after Maigret has returned to his hotel room, he is woken up by a phone call from the local police station. There has been a murder at the bar where Besson had taken him earlier that day. Maigret rushes to the scene of the crime and finds Besson covered in blood and holding a knife. Besson claims that he is innocent, but the evidence against him seems strong.

Maigret assigns his deputy, Inspector Lognon, to follow up on some of the leads in the case while he himself takes a more distant approach. However, it is not long before Maigret realizes that he has made a serious mistake: he has taken Besson at his word and failed to consider other suspects. As he digs deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of lies and betrayals that makes it clear that Besson was not the only person who had a motive to commit the murder.

As Maigret races against time to solve the case and clear Besson's name, he finds himself facing obstacles at every turn. Some of the potential suspects are reluctant to talk to him, while others seem to be actively obstructing his investigation. Nevertheless, Maigret remains determined to uncover the truth and bring the murderer to justice.

"Maigret's Mistake" is a tense and gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With its well-drawn characters, vivid setting, and intricate plot, this is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and detective shows. Whether you are a longtime fan of the Maigret series or are new to the show, this episode is sure to leave you eager for more.