Some reviewers, including users on IMDb , felt the middle-stretch "case of the week" investigation felt a bit like "filler" until the explosive ending. However, others argue it was necessary to build the "visceral" impact of the final scene. Critical Reception Rating/Sentiment IMDb
Critics from The A.V. Club and The New York Times praised the episode for its "palpable heart-dropping" moments. The final confrontation where Jessica confesses her role in Reva's death to prevent Luke from murdering an innocent bus driver is a series highlight. Some reviewers, including users on IMDb , felt
This episode serves as a deep dive into their complicated relationship. While they briefly reconcile, the episode ends on a tragic note with Luke calling Jessica a "piece of shit" after her confession, effectively shattering their bond. Club and The New York Times praised the
In this episode, (Mike Colter) hires Jessica (Krysten Ritter) to find a missing man, Antoine, whose sister claims to have information about the bus accident that killed Luke's wife, Reva Connors . Jessica, consumed by guilt because she—under Kilgrave's mind control—was the one who actually killed Reva, tries to sabotage the investigation to keep the truth from Luke. While they briefly reconcile, the episode ends on
Meanwhile, (David Tennant) takes a bizarre step toward obsession by buying Jessica's childhood home, while Jeri Hogarth (Carrie-Anne Moss) displays increasingly morally gray behavior by asking for the remains of Hope's aborted fetus for "testing". Key Highlights & Review
Praised the "tense" atmosphere and the impact of the pregnancy subplot.
Though he has limited screen time, his purchase of Jessica’s home is described by TV Review as "chillingly effective," showcasing his psychological warfare.