The Best “Murder She Wrote” Episodes for Summer
Summer sleuthing!
Are you a fan of Murder, She Wrote and looking to celebrate summer with a cozy mystery twist? Jessica Fletcher may call Cabot Cove home, but she often finds herself solving murders in sunny locales that are perfect for warm-weather viewing. In this guide, we’ll recommend the best "Murder, She Wrote" episodes to enjoy during the summer season—whether you're lounging at the beach, relaxing on the porch, or escaping the heat indoors. From seaside crimes to vacation-themed whodunits, these episodes are packed with suspense, charm, and the breezy fun that makes summer so special. Cozy mystery lovers won’t want to miss this sun-soaked selection!
Hit, Run, and Homicide
Season 1, Episode 8
Picnics are perfect for summer - unless they are interrupted by a murderous car!
In this episode, Jessica and the police are baffled by a seemingly driver-less car in Cabot Cove that runs down a visitor. Jessica must get to the bottom of this mystery to save her inventor friend that has been accused.
2. Death in Hawaii
Season 11, Episode 3
Nothing reminds us of summer more than the tropical oasis of Hawaii.
Jessica's Honolulu vacation becomes chaotic when the son of her host vanishes during a hotly contested election.
3. Magnum on Ice
Season 3, Episode 8
In this crossover with Magnum, P.I., Jessica must help prove Magnum innocent of two cold-blooded murders on the hot island of Hawaii.
4. Lady in the Lake
Season 2, Episode 7
A cabin in a lake resort would be the perfect summer stay - if it wasn’t for murder!
Jessica stays at a lakeside inn to finish a novel, but her visit is tainted when she witnesses what appears to be a struggle and a woman falling into the lake.
5. Dead Man’s Gold
Season 3, Episode 6
Does treasure hunting on a boat put you in a summer mood? Then, this episode is perfect for you!
Jessica must help an old friend (played by Leslie Nielsen) when accidents and murder hinder his expedition searching for sunken treasure.
6. Fatal Paradise
Season 11, Episode 6
Tropical Martinique gives a summer vibe. However, Jessica’s vacation there is ruined after she helps a couple run off together and then one of them turns up dead. However, her friend Charlie Garrett (played by Wayne Rogers) is lucky she’s there when he is accused of murder.