Murder, She Wrote season 1 episode 16 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jessica Fletcher inherits shares in a football team, the Leopard, after her Uncle Cyrus's death. Tensions rise as team partial owner Phil Kreuger is found dead in a whirlpool, with Zak Farrell, a team member, as the prime suspect. Jessica investigates, uncovering motives among the team and Kreuger's associates. She eventually discovers that another investor, Web McCord, murdered Kreuger to gain control of the team and frame Farrell. McCord is arrested, and Jessica places her inherited shares in a trust for Farrell's daughter, ensuring the team's future.
Full Episode S01E16 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jessica Fletcher?
Jessica Fletcher is the niece of the late Uncle Cyrus and the sole beneficiary of his estate, including shares in the Jackdaw Corporation.
What does the Jackdaw Corporation own?
The Jackdaw Corporation owns the Leopard football team.
What offer does Phil Kreuger make to Jessica Fletcher?
Phil Kreuger offers to buy Jessica's shares for $30,000.
Why is Zak Farrell receiving anonymous threats?
Zak Farrell is receiving anonymous threats related to his adopted daughter.
How is Phil Kreuger found dead?
Phil Kreuger is found dead in a whirlpool, with Zak Farrell's watch at the scene.
Who inherits Phil Kreuger's shares after his death?
Phil Kreuger's estranged wife, Mavis, is potentially the inheritor of his shares as he died intestate.
What is Jessica Fletcher's relationship to the Leopard football team?
Jessica Fletcher becomes a part-owner of the Leopard football team through her inheritance.
Who is suspected of Phil Kreuger's murder initially?
Zak Farrell is initially suspected of Phil Kreuger's murder.
How does Jessica Fletcher determine the real location of Kreuger's murder?
Jessica Fletcher deduces that Kreuger was murdered in his own bathtub and his body was moved to the whirlpool.
Who is revealed to be Phil Kreuger's murderer?
Web McCord is revealed to be Phil Kreuger's murderer.
What was Web McCord's motive for the murder?
Web McCord's motive was to gain full control of the football team and frame Zak Farrell for the murder.
What happens to Zak Farrell after the murder is solved?
Zak Farrell decides to join with Coach Pattillo and others to buy Mavis's stock and continue being part of the team's management.
What does Jessica Fletcher do with her shares in the end?
Jessica Fletcher puts her shares in a trust for Zak Farrell's daughter, Jill.
