'Presumed Innocent': Why the show's most likable character could be the killer
Contains spoilers for 'Presumed Innocent
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Set against the backdrop of an enigmatic murder case, Apple TV+'s 'Presumed Innocent' follows Rusty Sabich (Jake Gyllenhaal), a prosecutor and devoted family man, who becomes the main suspect in the brutal murder of his colleague and secret lover, Carolyn Polhemus (Renate Reinsve).
Although Rusty struggles to prove his innocence due to his mysterious stalking habits, he continues to receive support from his family and his senior mentor Raymond Horgon (Bill Camp).
However, Raymond’s complete disregard for exploring other suspects to clear Rusty’s name raises doubts about his true motivations and casts suspicion on his potential involvement in Carolyn’s murder.
Did Raymond Horgan kill Carolyn Polhemus?
Raymond is a fan-favorite character who has endeared himself to audiences, but his total refusal to consider other suspects, despite Rusty’s pleas, raises suspicions.
Carolyn was found tied up after her death, suggesting that the perpetrator had knowledge of previously undisclosed details about the Bunny Davis case—information that Raymond, as a state attorney at the time, had access to. This raises doubts about Raymond’s involvement in the murder.
Additionally, various flashbacks in the show reveal the nature of different characters' relationships with Carolyn, but the lack of mention of Carolyn and Raymond's relationship raises doubt about their true dynamics.
What could be the reason behind Raymond Horgan killing Carolyn Polhemus?
We’ve all seen Raymond's desperation to hold onto his position of power, making it plausible that Carolyn was murdered to protect that authority, which he eventually loses to Nico Della Guardia (O-T Fagbenle).
It’s possible that Raymond enraged upon discovering Rusty’s romance with Carolyn, blames Rusty for his election defeat. This suggests that Raymond may have murdered Carolyn to protect his political ambitions.
Additionally, Carolyn's murder could be linked to corruption, as she may have been aware of wrongdoing within the State Attorney's office and possessed evidence against Raymond. To preserve her silence, Raymond might have murdered Carolyn.
Additionally, unaware of Rusty’s connection with Carolyn, Raymond blamed Rusty for his election defeat and defended him in court to divert attention from himself, feeling guilty for the suffering endured by Rusty and his family.
How to stream 'Presumed Innocent'?
You can watch the show that will take you to the fascinating world of courtroom and legal drama if you have a subscription to Apple TV+'s streaming service.
For a monthly subscription price of $9.99, users can access all of the original episodes and films available on Apple TV+.
'Presumed Innocent' trailer
