Ep 8. Marriage is Murder
- TVPG
- August 29, 2010
- 43 min
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7.8 (204)
In season 1 episode 8 of The Glades titled "Marriage is Murder," Jim Longworth and Jennifer Starke investigate a murder case that involves a married couple. The couple, who are owners of a local gym, are found dead in their home. The husband is found with his head bashed in, and the wife is found with a bullet wound in her head.
The investigation begins with interviewing the gym employees and the couple's friends and family. The detectives soon discover that the couple had a rocky marriage and were going through a divorce. The husband had been cheating on his wife with one of the gym employees, and the wife had recently hired a private investigator to gather evidence against her husband in the divorce case.
As Jim and Jennifer delve deeper into the case, they encounter several twists and turns. The gym employee who was having an affair with the husband provides an alibi for the night of the murders, but her story doesn't add up. The private investigator leads them to a suspect who has a motive for the murders, but his alibi checks out.
Meanwhile, Jim is dealing with personal issues as his former mother-in-law visits him unexpectedly. She is convinced that her daughter, Jim's ex-wife, is still in love with him and wants him back. Jim tries to ignore her, but she becomes entangled in the murder investigation as she shares a connection with the gym owners' family.
As the detectives near the end of their investigation, they uncover a shocking truth about the motive behind the murders. The events of the night of the murders are revealed, and the killer is brought to justice. However, the case takes a toll on Jim as he realizes that divorce and infidelity can have deadly consequences.
"Marriage is Murder" is a thrilling episode of The Glades that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The murder case is full of surprises, and the personal issues that Jim faces add a realistic element to the story. The episode touches on themes of marriage, infidelity, and trust, making it a thought-provoking watch.
