Enjoyed this episode and the end was very satisfying. I liked the twist and Fin and Munch's chemistry and commitment.
5 Reviews
Electrifying
graceevatrends25 April 2020
The un-remorseful manhunt
TheLittleSongbird23 April 2020
As much as Stabler and Olivia are great characters and as much as their chemistry is such a big part of prime-'Law and Order: Special Victims Unit's' appeal, it is always welcome when an episode centres around a different character or a different partnership and the show showed many times when it did so that a different focus could work. Centering around Munch and Fin and their evolving partnership, "Manhunt" is proof of that.
To me, "Manhunt" is one of the highlights of Season 2. It showcases both Munch and Fin so well and absolutely loved how they worked together. It is one of the season's most tension-filled episodes and has one of the show's most chilling villains ever in my view. The Canadian authorities' handling of the case is frustrating in a way, but not unrealistically so and it does create some tense conflict. Plus without it we wouldn't have one of Cabot's most satisfying moments ever.
Munch, his humour and dryness stole scenes numerous times throughout his time on the show, and Fin, "Manhunt" continuing the second half's success in making him more interesting and growing in development, are both on top form. Both are the same Munch and Fin that one loves, Munch's character writing is classic Munch and Fin really was starting to come into his own as a character. They work, and bicker, so well together, providing much tension and amusing wit. One also sees development to them and sees how the case affects him, with it being visibly very hard for Munch.
It is hard to think of anybody else that would fit the role of Munch better than Richard Belzer and Ice-T has not only settled very well but has come into his own properly here. Stephanie March is suitably icy as Cabot, and her persuading the authorities to extradite on a lesser charge was one of her most satisfying moments and a clever piece of writing on the writers' part. R.E. Rodgers is unforgettable as one truly evil character with no redeeming qualities, to terrifying effect too (his stare alone gives me the heebie jeebies).
Furthermore, the case really keeps one guessing throughout and has some genuinely chilling tension and the chemistry and exchanges between Munch and Fin keeps things serious while with enough levity to stop it from being overly so. Especially towards the end, and the outcome is one that couldn't have been more appropriate. "Manhunt" is tautly and thoughtfully scripted, especially in the banter with Munch and Fin and that aforementioned scene with Cabot. The production values are slick as usual and the music fits the atmosphere well.
Overall, fantastic and one of Season 2's best. 10/10
To me, "Manhunt" is one of the highlights of Season 2. It showcases both Munch and Fin so well and absolutely loved how they worked together. It is one of the season's most tension-filled episodes and has one of the show's most chilling villains ever in my view. The Canadian authorities' handling of the case is frustrating in a way, but not unrealistically so and it does create some tense conflict. Plus without it we wouldn't have one of Cabot's most satisfying moments ever.
Munch, his humour and dryness stole scenes numerous times throughout his time on the show, and Fin, "Manhunt" continuing the second half's success in making him more interesting and growing in development, are both on top form. Both are the same Munch and Fin that one loves, Munch's character writing is classic Munch and Fin really was starting to come into his own as a character. They work, and bicker, so well together, providing much tension and amusing wit. One also sees development to them and sees how the case affects him, with it being visibly very hard for Munch.
It is hard to think of anybody else that would fit the role of Munch better than Richard Belzer and Ice-T has not only settled very well but has come into his own properly here. Stephanie March is suitably icy as Cabot, and her persuading the authorities to extradite on a lesser charge was one of her most satisfying moments and a clever piece of writing on the writers' part. R.E. Rodgers is unforgettable as one truly evil character with no redeeming qualities, to terrifying effect too (his stare alone gives me the heebie jeebies).
Furthermore, the case really keeps one guessing throughout and has some genuinely chilling tension and the chemistry and exchanges between Munch and Fin keeps things serious while with enough levity to stop it from being overly so. Especially towards the end, and the outcome is one that couldn't have been more appropriate. "Manhunt" is tautly and thoughtfully scripted, especially in the banter with Munch and Fin and that aforementioned scene with Cabot. The production values are slick as usual and the music fits the atmosphere well.
Overall, fantastic and one of Season 2's best. 10/10
THE BEST...EVER
mariapezzano20416 July 2021
Love John Munch
destinblue6 May 2023
Warning: Spoilers
This episode can be triggering if you are a victim of DV. So please be warned about this episode.
I love that John Munch is the main detective (actor) in this episode.
John and Finn show what a great team they are in this episode.
"Welcome home Darryl" is one of my favorites lines.
But the heartstrings when Munch says "I just wanted to tell you, you can turn your lights out tonight" Incredible.
This episode keeps you on your toes.
I'm re-watching it as I type this.
The only reason I'm giving this a 9 and not a 10 is because it triggered my PTSD due to my DV past.
So that's on me, and obviously my issues, but man this one was good.
I love that John Munch is the main detective (actor) in this episode.
John and Finn show what a great team they are in this episode.
"Welcome home Darryl" is one of my favorites lines.
But the heartstrings when Munch says "I just wanted to tell you, you can turn your lights out tonight" Incredible.
This episode keeps you on your toes.
I'm re-watching it as I type this.
The only reason I'm giving this a 9 and not a 10 is because it triggered my PTSD due to my DV past.
So that's on me, and obviously my issues, but man this one was good.
Stone Cold and no remorse and no doubt of guilt
bkoganbing10 March 2013
R.E. Rodgers playing stone cold serial killer Darryl Kern is the kind of criminal for whom the death penalty is meant for. No remorse whatsoever, his killings planned like a military operation and no doubt of his guilt. In fact he takes pride in his work. But the escape of one of his potential victims sends the SVU squad into action.
This particular episode highlights Richard Belzer as he and Ice-T are the prime detectives with Benson and Stabler as backup. Before Kerns is done there are several bodies even after Munch and Fin are on the trail including an accomplice whom they had picked up and let go.
Rodgers is finally caught in Canada and with a little legal legerdemain Stephanie March argues before the Canadian courts for his extradition. I agree with Angie Harmon who had a similar incident involving a Canadian serial killer in Law And Order prime, who are the Canadians to tell us what to do with our criminals? Dan Frazer, the former Captain McNeil on Kojak was the Canadian justice. Quite a bit older, his voice was unmistakable.
Good episode and nice that Richard Belzer and Ice T took the lead spots for once.
This particular episode highlights Richard Belzer as he and Ice-T are the prime detectives with Benson and Stabler as backup. Before Kerns is done there are several bodies even after Munch and Fin are on the trail including an accomplice whom they had picked up and let go.
Rodgers is finally caught in Canada and with a little legal legerdemain Stephanie March argues before the Canadian courts for his extradition. I agree with Angie Harmon who had a similar incident involving a Canadian serial killer in Law And Order prime, who are the Canadians to tell us what to do with our criminals? Dan Frazer, the former Captain McNeil on Kojak was the Canadian justice. Quite a bit older, his voice was unmistakable.
Good episode and nice that Richard Belzer and Ice T took the lead spots for once.
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