The episode " To Tell the Truth " serves as a masterclass in how comedy can explore the tension between legal truth and emotional loyalty. At its core, the episode focuses on grueling divorce from the unseen Maris, which reaches a breaking point during a deposition where Niles must face a series of pointed questions about his marriage. Conflict of Interest and Professional Ethics
: The pressure Frasier and Martin feel to support Niles, even if it requires "massaging" the truth. Episode 15: To Tell the Truth
: How the characters manipulate facts to suit their desired outcomes in the divorce. The episode " To Tell the Truth "