Murdoch Mysteries episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Detective Murdoch and Constable Crabtree investigate the murder of Oliver Hoyle, a puzzler at the Westerly Club, killed with a snooker ball. Meanwhile, Dr. Ogden unravels her father's mysterious death, learning he had a secret lifelong love, Caroline Hill, who assisted in his euthanasia due to a terminal illness. Back at the club, it's revealed that the janitor, Mr. Carver, secretly solved complex puzzles, and Arthur Elliot, a jealous member, murdered Hoyle for taking puzzle-solving credit. The episode concludes with Murdoch and Ogden's engagement announcement, amidst a new unfolding crime.
Full Episode S00E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the murder victim at the Westerly Club?
Oliver Hoyle, a competitive puzzler.
What was peculiar about the murder weapon in the Westerly Club case?
The murder weapon was a red snooker ball.
Who initially claimed to have solved a complex cipher at the club?
Roger Newsome, a club member and puzzler.
What did Dr. Ogden discover during her father's post-mortem?
An injection mark, suggesting murder.
Who actually solved the cipher at the Westerly Club?
The janitor, Mr. Carver, secretly solved it.
Why did Arthur Elliot kill Oliver Hoyle?
Out of jealousy and for taking credit for solving puzzles.
How was Dr. Ogden's father actually killed?
Caroline Hill helped him end his life due to a terminal illness.
What personal revelation did Dr. Ogden uncover about her father?
He had a lifelong secret relationship with Caroline Hill.
What significant announcement do Detective Murdoch and Dr. Ogden make?
Their decision to get married.
What change does Inspector Brackenreid decide to make in his life?
To focus more on intellectual pursuits.
Was Roger Newsome responsible for Oliver Hoyle's murder?
No, he was falsely claiming the credit for solving the puzzle but did not commit the murder.
What was the nature of Dr. Ogden's father's illness?
He had Charcot's disease, a degenerative nerve disorder.
What happens at the end of the episode?
A new crime scene is revealed, leading to the next episode.
What does Inspector Brackenreid plan to do following the case?
Start learning about puzzles and using more intellectual approaches in his work.
Who is Caroline Hill in relation to Dr. Ogden's father?
She was his lifelong secret love who helped him end his life.
