[s16e2] Sometimes They Come Back Part 2 -

: Struggles with his own past choices, specifically the lie he told to free Anna, which continues to haunt him as he is harassed by a criminal.

This high-stakes conclusion to the "Sometimes They Come Back" arc in Murdoch Mysteries Season 16, Episode 2, dives deep into the "grey zones" of morality, leaving several characters—and viewers—conflicted about the boundaries of justice and loyalty.

Fans discussing the episode on the Murdoch Mysteries Reddit have expressed significant conflict over Violet Hart's redemption arc, noting that while she wormed her way into wealth, she has chosen to fight for self-sufficiency and justice rather than just living off her husband's resources. Ogden ? Sometimes They Come Back Part 2 - Murdoch Mysteries Wiki [S16E2] Sometimes They Come Back Part 2

: Both characters operate in a "grey zone" throughout the episode, with Watts notably unhappy with the compromises he must make.

: In a surprising twist, it is revealed that Arthur and Violet have attempted to protect each other, though ultimately unsuccessfully. : Struggles with his own past choices, specifically

The episode's primary theme centers on the moral ambiguity faced by the core cast. While they are traditionally "well-intentioned" crime solvers, this story forces them into ethically murky territory:

: Brackenreid's decision to lead a Private Investigator to Watts puts both of their professional futures at risk. The episode's primary theme centers on the moral

: Murdoch remains suspicious that Mrs. Hart is lying about her father's "death." Since he isn't actually dead, the investigation is particularly fraught.