The Coroner Season 2 Episode 1 The Drop Zone
- TV-14
- November 21, 2016
- 44 min
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7.9 (112)
The Coroner Season 2 Episode 1 - The Drop Zone
In this episode of The Coroner, former lawyer turned coroner Jane Kennedy returns to investigate another mysterious death in the town of Lighthaven. The episode kicks off with a parachute-jumping demonstration that goes horribly wrong, resulting in one of the parachutists plunging to their death.
Jane is called to the scene to investigate and quickly discovers that the apparent accident may in fact be a case of murder. She is joined in her investigation by forensic pathologist Davey Higgins, who provides his expertise in examining the victim's body to gather any clues to the cause of death.
As Jane and Davey delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover a web of deceit and betrayal among the jump team, as well as a long-standing feud between two of the members. The investigation leads Jane to suspect that the victim may have stumbled onto a dangerous secret that ultimately led to their death.
Throughout the episode, Jane must navigate the complications of a small town where everyone seems to know everyone else's business, as the investigation puts her in direct conflict with some of Lighthaven's most prominent citizens. Meanwhile, Davey's growing feelings for Jane lead to some uncomfortable tension between the two as they tackle the case together.
As the investigation progresses, Jane and Davey are forced to confront their own personal demons, including Jane's issues with alcoholism and Davey's struggle with his own mortality. The tension builds towards a gripping finale in which Jane finally uncovers the truth behind the victim's death, but not before several unexpected twists and turns keep the viewer on the edge of their seat.
Overall, The Coroner Season 2 Episode 1 - The Drop Zone is a thrilling and suspenseful exploration of small town intrigue and the dark secrets that can lie beneath the surface. With strong performances from the cast and intricate plotting that keeps the viewer guessing until the end, this is an episode that fans of crime dramas won't want to miss.