Have always been quite fond of 'Murder She Wrote'. It is a fun and relaxing watch that makes you think as you try to unwind in the evening. If one wants more complex, twisty mysteries with lots of tension and suspense 'Murder She Wrote' may not be for you, but if you want something light-hearted and entertaining but still provide good mysteries 'Murder She Wrote' fits the bill just fine.
"Mr Penroy's Vacation" to me is one of the best episodes of one of the best and most consistent seasons of 'Murder She Wrote'. Your enjoyment of it may be dependent on whether the concept intrigues you, if it sounds dull to you it won't be your cup of tea. The concept was an intriguing and unique one to me, so it was my cup of tea.
The cast are very fine here. Angela Lansbury is spot on in one of her justifiably best remembered roles as always, and Ron Masak makes a note-worthy debut as Cabot Cove's new sheriff Mort Metzger. Have a preference over him than Amos Tupper, the character is a fish out of water understandably in Season 5 but even in his first episode and season he is much more than your bumbling sheriff cliché and is never an idiot or gullible. The episode belongs to Teresa Wright and Joan Leslie as the two spinsters, who are splendidly dotty and provide so much of the charm, despite how it all seems initially one does root for his innocence.
In terms of mystery, "Mr Penroy's Vacation" is a very strong one, with nothing being what it seems with a fair share of twists. The ending is a surprise.
Production values as ever are slick and stylish with Cabot Cove being a typically lovely setting and providing a sense of community. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
The writing is thought-provoking, light-hearted and amiable.
Overall, terrific. 10/10 Bethany Cox
"Mr Penroy's Vacation" to me is one of the best episodes of one of the best and most consistent seasons of 'Murder She Wrote'. Your enjoyment of it may be dependent on whether the concept intrigues you, if it sounds dull to you it won't be your cup of tea. The concept was an intriguing and unique one to me, so it was my cup of tea.
The cast are very fine here. Angela Lansbury is spot on in one of her justifiably best remembered roles as always, and Ron Masak makes a note-worthy debut as Cabot Cove's new sheriff Mort Metzger. Have a preference over him than Amos Tupper, the character is a fish out of water understandably in Season 5 but even in his first episode and season he is much more than your bumbling sheriff cliché and is never an idiot or gullible. The episode belongs to Teresa Wright and Joan Leslie as the two spinsters, who are splendidly dotty and provide so much of the charm, despite how it all seems initially one does root for his innocence.
In terms of mystery, "Mr Penroy's Vacation" is a very strong one, with nothing being what it seems with a fair share of twists. The ending is a surprise.
Production values as ever are slick and stylish with Cabot Cove being a typically lovely setting and providing a sense of community. The music has energy and has presence but also not making the mistake of over-scoring, while it is hard to forget or resist the theme tune.
The writing is thought-provoking, light-hearted and amiable.
Overall, terrific. 10/10 Bethany Cox