Enter Number Two
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| "Enter Number Two" | |
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| Mare of Easttown episode | |
| Episode no. | Episode 3 |
| Directed by | Craig Zobel |
| Written by | Brad Ingelsby |
| Cinematography by | Ben Richardson |
| Editing by | Amy E. Duddleston |
| Original air date | May 2, 2021 |
| Running time | 60 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Enter Number Two" is the third episode of the American crime drama television miniseries Mare of Easttown. The episode was written by series creator Brad Ingelsby, and directed by executive producer Craig Zobel. It was first broadcast on HBO in the United States on May 2, 2021, and also was available on HBO Max on the same date.
The series is set in the fictional suburb of Easttown, Pennsylvania, and follows police detective Marianne "Mare" Sheehan. Mare is a local hero, having scored the winning basket in a high school basketball game that won Easttown its first state championship 25 years earlier. But she also faces public skepticism due to her failure in solving a case, while also struggling with her personal life. In the episode, Mare and Zabel find a new lead in Erin's murder, while Frank is questioned over his relationship with Erin.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.918 million household viewers and gained a 0.12 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received highly positive reviews from critics, who praised the character development and atmosphere.
Kenny is found by his friends in the creek, confessing that he killed Dylan. He goes to the police station to confess, but Mare surprises him by saying that Dylan survived his wounds. Erin's authopsy reveals that she died around midnight and one of her fingers is missing, but there are no signs of rape, with Mare deducing she was murdered elsewhere and dropped in the creek.
Lori tells Mare that Jess confided that Frank is the father of Erin's baby. Mare confronts him for lying over never seeing, but Frank reiterates he is not the father. He willingly takes a paternity test, while a recovering Dylan is also asked to participate. Erin's phone records reveal that her last call was made after the fight with Brianna to Deacon Mark Burton, who claims that he only provided her with counsel. Nevertheless, Mare and Zabel suspect he is hiding something. Unbeknownst to the police, Deacon Mark has Erin's bicycle, which he secretly throws into the river. At a local park, Mare traces the origin of the bullet, eventually finding it.
Mare meets with Carrie Layden, who makes it clear she will fight for Drew's custody. Mare swears she will use everything in her power to prevent it, while Carrie claims Kevin despised her. Mare continues getting involved with Richard, but she simply ignores her texts. Zabel tries to hit on her at a bar, but she declines his advances, despite him explaining his problems with his previous partners.
The following morning, Chief Carter tells Mare that two packets of heroin were found in Carrie's car, and he found out that it was Mare who stole and planted it. He puts Mare on administrative leave, ordering her to get grief counseling, believing she still has not moved on from Kevin's death.
Production
Development
The episode was written by series creator Brad Ingelsby, and directed by executive producer Craig Zobel. It marked Ingelsby's third writing credit, and Zobel's third directing credit.[1]
