Ep 5. Monsieur Murdoch

In Murdoch Mysteries season 4 episode 5, titled "Monsieur Murdoch," Detective William Murdoch is assigned to solve the murder of a young French woman who has arrived in Toronto for a conference on women’s suffrage. The case takes a strange turn when the victim's letters lead Murdoch to believe that Inspector Brackenreid, his superior officer, may be involved in the murder.

Murdoch is quickly pulled into the world of high society French Canadians and their political tensions with the English-speaking community. The victim's family is particularly unhappy with the murder investigation as they believe it will damage their reputation and jeopardize their political goals. Despite their objections, Murdoch relentlessly pursues his investigation, working closely with Dr. Julia Ogden to uncover the truth.

As the investigation continues, Murdoch discovers a hidden connection between the victim and one of Toronto's wealthiest businessmen, putting him under the microscope of the entire police force. However, Murdoch's instincts tell him that there is more to this murder than meets the eye, and he refuses to let the investigation be derailed by politics or money.

Meanwhile, Constable Crabtree is working on perfecting a new invention for the station, a device that will beam live images over long distances. His attempts at proving its worth to his superiors become a comedic subplot in the episode, interwoven with the more serious murder investigation.

The episode reaches its climax as the true killer is revealed and Murdoch must race against time to prevent them from escaping justice. As always, viewers are left with a satisfying conclusion and a glimpse of what's to come next in Murdoch Mysteries.

Overall, "Monsieur Murdoch" is a gripping episode that delves into the complexities of Toronto's cultural and political tensions at the turn of the century. It also highlights the unwavering dedication of Detective William Murdoch to solving crimes no matter who may be implicated, even those closest to him.