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A whole new chapter in crime solving.
After a serial killer imitates the plots of his novels, successful mystery novelist Richard "Rick" Castle receives permission from the Mayor of New York City to tag along with an NYPD homicide investigation team for research purposes.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
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After a serial killer imitates the plots of his novels, successful mystery novelist Richard "Rick" Castle receives permission from the Mayor of New York City to tag along with an NYPD homicide investigation team for research purposes.
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Episode 1
Author Richard Castle joins NYC Detective Kate Beckett to help solve the case of a serial killer who is reenacting murders from Castle's novels; Castle becomes very intrigued with the murders and continues to shadow Beckett, much to her chagrin.
Directed by Rob BowmanWritten by Andrew W. MarloweGuest stars Stephen J. Cannell, Keir Dullea, James Patterson, Dan Castellaneta, Colby French, Brian Avers, Kurt David Anderson, Ian Jarvis
Episode 2
When a body of a young woman is found inside the dryer at a laundry room, Castle and Beckett uncover that the young woman worked as a nanny in the upscale building. Meanwhile, as Castle works on his "Nikki Heat" novel series he watches Beckett's actions as she works the murder case.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Barry SchindelGuest stars Sarah Drew, Michael Graziadei, George Newbern, Melinda Page Hamilton, Jayne Brook, Jason Brooks, Ken Lerner, Len Lesser
Episode 3
When a teenaged boy whose family has recently fallen on hard times is found dead in a boat in Central Park, Castle and Beckett must piece together the mystery behind the boy's final moments. Meanwhile, Castle mulls over leaving Martha home while he chaperones Alexis' trip to Washington, D.C.
Directed by Rob BowmanWritten by David GraeGuest stars Julia Nickson, Creagen Dow, Charlie Finn, Michelle Page, Jamie Chung, Kunal Sharma, Nolan Gerard Funk, Steve Talley
Episode 4
The investigation behind a body found wrapped in a rug on the sidewalk leads Castle and Beckett deep inside the world of New York City politics. The partners discover a world of expensive escorts, arrogant tycoons, corrupt investigators, and the effects of betrayal.
Directed by Rob BowmanWritten by Andrew W. MarloweGuest stars Ron Roggé, Julia Nickson, Creagen Dow, Bruno Campos, Michael Reilly Burke, Jonathan Banks, Joshua LeBar, Lisa Waltz
Episode 5
Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a women found frozen and tangled in steel bars at a construction site. The case leads them to look into an old case and also has Beckett thinking about some memories of her past.
Directed by Bryan SpicerWritten by Charles MurrayGuest stars Channon Roe, Peter Jason, Bill Smitrovich, Charles Malik Whitfield, Kerrie Keane, Erin Matthews, Phil Abrams, Jerry Kernion
Episode 6
A man is killing people and posing them in Vodun (Voodoo) tradition. Castle's ex-wife announces her plans to move back to New York.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Gabrielle Stanton, Harry WerksmanGuest stars Aldis Hodge, Michael Benyaer, Darby Stanchfield, Nicki Micheaux, Dohn Norwood, Loren Lester, Jane Oshita, Robert Okumu
Episode 7
After discovering a young woman's body stuffed awkwardly into a jewelry safe, Beckett and Castle investigate numerous cases involving murders and home invasion jewel heists.
Directed by Dean WhiteWritten by Will BeallGuest stars Patrick Bauchau, Joseph C. Phillips, Nick Chinlund, Katie Lowes, Erik Van Wyck, Elizabeth Ann Bennett, Angela Oh, Michael Papajohn
Episode 8
Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a woman found drowned in motor oil in a motel bathtub. They seek the help of a true crime journalist who might have a connection to the victim.
Directed by Bryan SpicerWritten by Moira KirlandGuest stars Joanne Kelly, Alex Carter, Joseph C. Phillips, Jillian Armenante, Dan Castellaneta, Keith Diamond, Susan Ruttan, Michael Edwin
Episode 9
When a two-year-old girl is discovered missing from her home, Beckett is called in to assist with the investigation only to discover that the FBI agent in charge is, in fact, her ex-boyfriend. The two of them try to put aside their unresolved feelings as they race to find the girl, but when Castle inserts himself into the investigation, competition quickly heats up for Beckett’s attention.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Elizabeth Davis BeallGuest stars Francis Capra, Bailey Chase, Judy Reyes, Todd Waring, Julian Acosta, Jeannette Sousa, Jacqueline Torres, Kurt Long
Episode 10
Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a missing plastic surgeon who is found dead in the front seat of his car after a week of being parked curbside. As they delve into the twisted world of surgery obsessed patients and secret operations, Castle experiences a fatherly rite of passage as Alexis attends her first prom. And while looking into Beckett’s past, he unearths information that could end his relationship with her forever.
Directed by Bryan SpicerWritten by Andrew W. Marlowe, Andrew W. Marlowe, Barry SchindelGuest stars Drew Osborne, Bailey Chase, Delane Matthews, Carrie Southworth, Robert Picardo, Ion Overman, Robert Costanzo, Joe Marinelli
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Nathan FillionRichard Castle
Stana KaticKate Beckett
Molly C. QuinnAlexis Castle
Jon HuertasJavier Esposito
Seamus DeverKevin Ryan
Susan SullivanMartha Rodgers
Ruben Santiago-HudsonRoy Montgomery
Tamala JonesLanie Parish
ABCUnited States
Beacon PicturesUnited States
ABC StudiosUnited States
