Jessica answers the call of a friend, and rushes to New York only to discover that Harry McGraw wants her cash, he's stepped aside from his role as a P.I and is now managing boxer 'Blaster.' Harry has high hopes for Blaster, but the experienced pro wants to settle for the quiet life. Harry needs $5,000 to pay off tough guy Benny Falcone, Jessica duly gives him a loan. Wade Talmadge has arranged a televised fight between Blaster and his boy Sean Shaleen, but insists Blaster throws the fight, Harry refuses. Harry is arrested by Lieutenant Casey, when Talmadge is found dead, shot with the same gun as Harry's.
This episode has some interest it's fair to say, judging by the number of reviews it's one that sparks a feeling, generally more negative view points. It's far from one of the best, the story itself is quite odd, and doesn't really feel like an episode of Murder she Wrote, the story doesn't have the usual pizazz. While not being a story that grips you as a viewer, there are some good points, always great to see the return of McGraw, although why is he now a boxing promoter? So popular was he, he gained his own spin off show. Lieutenant Casey also makes a welcome return.
The best bit of course has to be the presence of Adam West (Talmadge) who is just brilliant, that distinctive voice and particular style of acting made him so wonderful to watch. Such a shame he's passed away.
It's a bit unusual, but watchable enough. 6/10
