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After a competency hearing finds that the woman is fit to stand trial, Annabeth tries to find a motive for the murder and discovers several skeletons in the church-going couple's closet. Meanwhile, Maureen finds out there is more to the story behind a seemingly open and shut case of justifiable homicide. Annie Potts ("Any Day Now") guest stars as Dr. Marla Dodds, the defendant's razor sharp, media-loving lawyer.
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Writers:: Leo Geter

Director:: Helen Shaver

Stars:: John Carroll Lynch (Steve Sharpe); Kimberly Elise (Maureen Scofield); Jennifer Finnigan (Annabeth Chase); David Starzyk (Thom); Christian Kane (Jack Chase)

Recurring Role:: Conor Dubin (Danny Robel); Evan Arnold (Jeffrey)

Guest Star:: Nancy Lenehan (Patty-Ab's Mom); Keith Sellon-Wright (Psychiatrist); Connie Jackson (Detective Walsh); Julie Alexander (Evelyn); Elaine Kao (Newsman); John Bishop (John Swinger); James Ritz (Jury Foreman); Pete Gardner (Dennis Delacroix); Kevin Rahm (Mark Rayburn); Dom Magwili (Judge P. Teague); James DuMont (Dave Simon); Troy Evans (Detective Mike Pitts); Dwayne Adway (Officer Keith Macklin); Allison Smith (Cindy Delacroix); Annie Potts (Dr. Marla Dodds)

At the beginning of the episode Annabeth is writing invitations to Haley�s baptism, and we learn that she and her husband are Protestants. edit »

"All things Bright and Beautiful." The hymn heard during the baptism was written by Cecil Frances Alexander in 1848.

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The song "Rock of Ages" was sung at the beginning of the episode, was written by Augustus M. Toplady, with music by Thomas Hastings. The song was written in the 1700's.
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(Jack sees Annabeth writing Hailey�s baptism invitations)
Jack: Is that normal? Sending out invitations to a baby's baptism? Is that what Presbyterians do?
Annabeth: Well, I want close friends and family there. How will they know, if we don't tell them?
Jack: I'm saying we don't want this turning into another wedding.
Annabeth: Our wedding was perfect.
Jack: Yeah, 30 of our closest friends. Simple backyard ceremony. Turned into 150 of your mom's closest friends at the church. edit »
Policewoman: Did you stab your husband?
Cindy Delacroix: Yes.
Policewoman: Did you intend to kill him?
Cindy Delacroix: Yes. edit »
Steve: (to Annabeth) It all comes down to the closing argument. You have to make a better sermon than she does. edit »
Cindy Delacroix: Love, honor and obey maybe just words to some people, but they were not to me. edit »
Steve: (to Annabeth) She's turning into Saint Cindy in there. I told you not to argue religion. edit »

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Milks23
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The Bottom Line: "Average"
The Religion Episode. ...Continue »
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Junior49ers
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The Bottom Line: "Silly"
Bad episode... ...Continue »
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attilasd
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The Bottom Line: "Cleverly plotted"
Solid episode ...Continue »
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danasdude
member since: Aug 25, 2004
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The Bottom Line: "Not my favorite storyline"
The devil made her do it. ...Continue »
10/31/05 01:54pm | report abuse