Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall: Part 2
- Episode aired May 21, 1989
- TV-PG
- 47m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
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Cabot Cove is abuzz when Eudora McVeigh is determined to fill Jessica's role in solving a local murder.Cabot Cove is abuzz when Eudora McVeigh is determined to fill Jessica's role in solving a local murder.Cabot Cove is abuzz when Eudora McVeigh is determined to fill Jessica's role in solving a local murder.
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- TriviaA major rewrite of the script was needed for this two-part episode as it was originally intended to be the series finale. However, Angela Lansbury was persuaded to continue the series with the promise of a reduced workload (hence the "bookend" episodes in the subsequent sixth and seventh seasons).
- GoofsWhen Endora approaches Jessicas place at the end of the show she is wearing a pair of black gloves, and hugs Jessica, when she turns to leave the gloves are gone.
- Quotes
Dr. Seth Hazlitt: [recorded message] This is the doctor speaking. If you're violently ill, get yourself over to the hospital; they can't do much more damage than I would.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The 41st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1989)
- SoundtracksMurder She Wrote Theme
Written by John Addison
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A more than fair season finale
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.
Although there are wonderful Season 5 episodes, such as "Mr Penroy's Vacation", "The Search for Peter Kerry", "A Little Night Work", "The Sins of Castle Cove", "Fire Burn, Cauldron Bubble" and "The Last Flight of the Dixie Damsel", my vote for the best episode of the season is "Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall". The only episodes of the season to not do much for me are "Three Strikes You're Out" and particularly "Truck Stop" (one of the oddest 'Murder She Wrote' episodes).
The mystery is a suspenseful and thoroughly engaging one, carrying on where the first part left off in a nail-biting cliff-hanger that sees one rooting for the fate of a regular recurring character. Though if there was a preference between the two halves it would be the first, which was nigh on faultless to me. The second part is outstanding still, apart from not completely buying the lack of proper consequence for Seth's poisoning but that's just a nit-pick.
Reiterating what was said about the first part of "Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall", being effectively the same episode, the acting is very good across the board. Angela Lansbury as always in one of her best-remembered roles is terrific, as are a firm but amusing Ron Masak (whose Metzger is settling in well, even if he understandably becomes more interesting in later seasons) and charmingly curmudgeon William Windom. Ken Howard and Shelley Fabarres are very strong support, but the episode is stolen by one of the show's best ever guest supporting performances in Jean Simmons, who is just marvellous.
Production values as ever are slick and stylish. Just love the Cabot Cove setting and the sense of close knit 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 mostly thought-provoking, light-hearted and amiable.
Overall, Season 5's highlight and one of my favourite 'Murder She Wrote' episodes. 10/10 Bethany Cox
Although there are wonderful Season 5 episodes, such as "Mr Penroy's Vacation", "The Search for Peter Kerry", "A Little Night Work", "The Sins of Castle Cove", "Fire Burn, Cauldron Bubble" and "The Last Flight of the Dixie Damsel", my vote for the best episode of the season is "Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall". The only episodes of the season to not do much for me are "Three Strikes You're Out" and particularly "Truck Stop" (one of the oddest 'Murder She Wrote' episodes).
The mystery is a suspenseful and thoroughly engaging one, carrying on where the first part left off in a nail-biting cliff-hanger that sees one rooting for the fate of a regular recurring character. Though if there was a preference between the two halves it would be the first, which was nigh on faultless to me. The second part is outstanding still, apart from not completely buying the lack of proper consequence for Seth's poisoning but that's just a nit-pick.
Reiterating what was said about the first part of "Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall", being effectively the same episode, the acting is very good across the board. Angela Lansbury as always in one of her best-remembered roles is terrific, as are a firm but amusing Ron Masak (whose Metzger is settling in well, even if he understandably becomes more interesting in later seasons) and charmingly curmudgeon William Windom. Ken Howard and Shelley Fabarres are very strong support, but the episode is stolen by one of the show's best ever guest supporting performances in Jean Simmons, who is just marvellous.
Production values as ever are slick and stylish. Just love the Cabot Cove setting and the sense of close knit 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 mostly thought-provoking, light-hearted and amiable.
Overall, Season 5's highlight and one of my favourite 'Murder She Wrote' episodes. 10/10 Bethany Cox
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