The day Castle fans around the world have been anxiously waiting for has finally arrived. The season 3 finale, entitled "Knockout", is scheduled to air tonight at 10pm and the excitement in the fandom is almost palpable.
"Knockout" will revisit the storyline of Detective Kate Beckett's mother's murder as new evidence will come to surface regarding the case. Emotions will be flying all over the place as this is the one thing capable of shaking up Beckett so thoroughly that she can completely lose her cool.
In case you need to refresh your memory, the last time the show dealt with this case was earlier this season in the now iconic episode "Knockdown". By the end of that episode, a hit man hired by whoever is behind the conspiracy surrounding Johanna Beckett's death, ended up in jail. He killed the detective that was the lead on Kate's mom's case when he tried to reach out to Beckett with new information about her mother's death. He also had Kate under surveillance and tried to kill her, but Castle saved her at the last second.
That hit man, who goes by the alias of Hal Lockwood, will stage a spectacular prison break and all hell will break loose on our beloved characters. There will be a shocking betrayal and a premature visit from the Grim Reaper in what promises to be an explosive finale.
The relationship between Castle and Beckett will also be featured quite heavily in this episode since Kate's feelings will be all over the place as she dives back into her personal tragedy.
If you are confused about all the details we know so far about Johanna Beckett's death, go take a look at our crash course "The Murder of Johanna Beckett 101". While you're at it, check out the sneak peeks and promotional photos for "Knockout" as well.
The season 3 finale of Castle airs tonight at 10pm on ABC.
CAN NOT WAIT!!!!!!!!!
Ahhh!! I can't wait either! And yet, I cannot believe this is the last episode, as I dread the summer long hiatus until the season 4 premiere!!
CASTLE & BECKETT!!!
I cann't belleive the way the show ended. So will it be back next year??????
I am SOOOO upset about the ending of tis episode. I take it this is the FINAL ever episode. they just killed off 2 of the main characters. I love this show. It will not be the same without Beckett.
Surely Beckett will NOT die, she can't….there is suppose to be a season 4…but now we have all summer to wonder what is going to happen…
Are we sure there is going to be a season 4?
Yes there is a season 4. ABC announced that months ago. This was just a good old fashion cliffhanger and a great one at that! Montgomery wrote and mailed who the killer was, and Beckett knows now how Castle feels. If Beckett dies, the show is done. It's going to be a looonnnngggg summer, but wow a great season is ahead! Fantastic show Mr. Marlowe and Company. By the way, Stana was amazing in this episode.
PS…Shut the front door!!
I agree, Stana was AMAZING! It's about time this woman get's an Emmy!
The whole cast was great – not that they aren't always, but in this last ep they've just all shone a little brighter. Nathan was as great and outstanding as ever, and Seamus Deaver / Jon Huertas really kicked ass! I totally love Susan Sullivan – she brings a lot of depth to her character, even in the briefest of scenes! Also Ruben Santiago-Hudson – great performance, I'm sad to see him go! The writers managed to outdid themselves – again!!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE Castle! Best show on TV because it doesn't depend on one strong lead but the whole cast is carrying this show! That's what makes them extraordinary! ;)
I can't wait for season 4!
I hope there is s season 4. I am a big Castle fan. Show would not be the same without Beckett.