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"Dying to be Enlightened" is the sixth episode of the seventeenth season of Murdoch Mysteries and the two hundred sixty-ninth episode of the series (not including the three stand-alone holiday specials). It first aired on November 6, 2023.
Summary
When Julia Ogden visits a country health retreat with Effie, she's skeptical yet intrigued by its alternative practices and charismatic leader. But after one of the longtime guests suddenly dies, the relaxing getaway turns into a murder mystery.
Meanwhile, Thomas enlists William to locate the wife of a fellow Mason.
Character Revelations
- Effie appears to be restless and not herself
- Seeker names: Llewellyn is Harmony, Effie is Joy, Julia is Here.
Continuity
- George is still away searching for his father.
Historical References
- This episode takes place in Toronto – George V is King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May 1910 until his death in 1936.
- Yoga originated in ancient India over 5,000 years ago as a philosophical and spiritual practice. It is essentially a discipline based on a subtle science, which focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body. It is an art and science of healthy living.
Trivia
- While searching for information in Serigalo's office, Llewellyn picks up what appears to be a peacock feather. This may be an allusion to the character Milo Strange and his pet peacock, Walt Whitman.
Cast
Main Cast
Yannick Bisson as Detective William Murdoch
Hélène Joy as Dr. Julia Ogden
Thomas Craig as Inspector Thomas Brackenreid
Jonny Harris as Constable George Crabtree
Recurring Cast
Daniel Maslany as Detective Llewellyn Watts
Clare McConnell as Effie Crabtree
Craig Brown as Eddie Crawford
Guest Cast
Jefferson Brown as Serigalo
Rong Fu as Setia
Kimwun Perehinec as Freedom
Berkley Silverman as Maid/Miss Franklin
Alex Karzis as Percy Delwyn
Jef Mallory as Peace
Xavier J de Guzman as Calm
Jonathan Collard as Nathaniel Ryther
Soo-Ram Kim as Stillness
Courtney Pavao as Oneness
Non-Credited Cast
Gallery
Murdoch Mysteries Season 17 |
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Do the Right Thing Part 1 • Do the Right Thing Part 2 • Murdoch and the Mona Lisa • Bottom of the Barrel • Station House of Horrors • Dying to be Enlightened • Cool Million • The Cottage in the Woods • The Christmas List • Mrs. Crabtree's Neighborhood • A Heavy Event •Wheel of Bad Fortune • Train to Nowhere • The Smell of Alarm • Murdoch and the Treasure of Lima • Preacher Jimmy Wilde • The Fantastic Mr. Fawkes • Spirits in the Night • A Most Surprising Bond • Rhapsody in Blood • Engaged to be Murdered • Why Is Everybody Singing? • Smoke Gets In Your Eyes • For the Greater Good Season 1 • Season 2 • Season 3 • Season 4 • Season 5 • Season 6 • Season 7 • Season 8 • Season 9 • Season 10 • Season 11 • Season 12 • Season 13 • Season 14 • Season 15 •Season 16 |