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.
There are better episodes from Season 5 and of 'Murder She Wrote' in general, but "Trevor Hudson's Legacy" is still a solid effort. There is not much to fault it, but personally was put off by Jessica's lack of remorse. Can understand the remorselessness of the perpetrator(s), that is not unusual for 'Murder She Wrote' at all though there are a fair share of feel-sorry-for killers too, but at this point this was out of character for the usually sympathetic Jessica.
On the other hand, the cast can't be faulted. Jessica Fletcher is one of Angela Lansbury's best remembered roles for a reason, while Michael Learned, Yvette Niper and especially Steve Forrest give terrific guest supporting turns. The mystery is engaging and twisty with a surprising ending, though the whole business with the broken glass was very much guessable early on.
Production values as always are slick and stylish. 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.
Writing is thoughtful, humorous and easy to like.
In summary, very good. 8/10 Bethany Cox
