Motive

10 Best Episodes of Motive - Season 2

A team of Vancouver investigators, led by homicide detective Angie Flynn, sets out to uncover the motive of each puzzling murder by discovering the killer's connection to the victim. Viewers get a glimpse of the killer before and after the crime is committed.

Written by Sophie and last updated on aug 02, 2022.

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Motive - S2E11

#13 - A Bullet for Joey (Season 2 - Episode 11)

Flynn and Vega search for a motive in the death of a real estate agent.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 165 votes.

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#12 - Nobody Lives Forever (Season 2 - Episode 10)

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An investigation into the death of a man trampled by his horse; Vega explains his concerns.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 159 votes.

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#11 - Raw Deal (Season 2 - Episode 1)

Detectives Flynn and Vega investigate a suspected suicide victim who may have had some unwelcome help ending his life. The victim had been methodically looking for someone before his death, and finding out for whom he was searching will lead the detectives to the motive. But Angie's focus is compromised when Cross joins the team as the new commander.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 200 votes.

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#10 - Overboard (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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A stunning socialite drowns after a celebration aboard her wealthy husband’s new yacht. Detectives Angie Flynn and Oscar Vega learn about the victim and her secret lover, but things soon become more complex, leading to an unlikely killer with an unexpected motive. Throughout the investigation, Angie must deal with increasing tension surrounding her relationship with Sergeant Cross, as rumours about their past spread throughout the team.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 169 votes.

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#9 - Abandoned (Season 2 - Episode 9)

Angie and Flynn investigate a kitchen explosion; Angie shares the truth about her past and that of Sgt. Cross.

The episode was rated 7.70 from 169 votes.

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#8 - They Made Me a Criminal (Season 2 - Episode 2)

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Detectives Angie Flynn and Oscar Vega discover that what initially looks like a case of self-defense during a home invasion is actually something much more calculated. A surprising connection between the victim and the killer demonstrates just how far a mother will go to protect her family. While they work to determine the motive, Sergeant Cross asserts his position, much to the disdain of Angie, and the tension doesn't go unnoticed by Vega. Rookie Officer Wendy Sung joins the team and is warmly welcomed by Detective Lucas.

The episode was rated 7.72 from 185 votes.

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#7 - Deception (Season 2 - Episode 4)

A case hits close to home for the Homicide team when the victim is one of their own, coroner Dr. Matthews. Detectives Angie Flynn and Oscar Vega lead the investigation with dogged determination, and Dr. Rogers honours the memory of her friend by taking his place in a high-profile trial, only to discover that Dr. Matthews may not be the person she thought he was. Meanwhile, Sergeant Cross blurs the line between professional and personal, which doesn't sit well with Angie.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 182 votes.

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#6 - Pitfall (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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Flynn and Vega are pulled away from Vega’s fathers wedding to investigate a skydiving jump gone wrong. While working the case, Angie makes an effort to regain Vega’s trust by sharing a sensitive file that contains information on Sgt. Cross.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 172 votes.

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#5 - Kiss of Death (Season 2 - Episode 12)

A murder mystery author is poisoned; Lucas' personal life takes a hit; Angie gets a nice surprise.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 160 votes.

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#4 - Bad Blonde (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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When the Homicide team investigates a blood-soaked crime scene, the pressure is on to find a missing and badly injured bartender. Sergeant Cross joins Detective Flynn on the case, which gives her a twinge of guilt for leaving her trusted partner Vega out of the action.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 174 votes.

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#3 - For You I Die (Season 2 - Episode 13)

A major case from the past resurfaces; Angie thinks she and Cross should come clean.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 173 votes.

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#2 - Dead End (Season 2 - Episode 5)

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Flynn and Vega must solve a case involving the death of a promising high school senior. Angie takes an aggressive approach to the case that Vega doesn't agree with. Meanwhile, Detective Lucas and Officer Sung's relationship starts to get personal.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 178 votes.

Motive - S2E8

#1 - Angels With Dirty Faces (Season 2 - Episode 8)

Angie and Oscar search for an attacker and call in a professional favour; Lucas has trouble at home.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 173 votes.

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