The Blacklist season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Raymond "Red" Reddington, a former Naval officer turned criminal mastermind, surrenders to the FBI, requesting to work with new profiler Elizabeth Keen. He reveals a plot by criminal Ranko Zamani to kidnap the daughter of a U.S. General. Despite efforts, the girl is abducted. Reddington guides Elizabeth through the investigation, leading to the girl's rescue and Zamani's death. Elizabeth faces personal turmoil as her husband is critically injured in the process. Reddington proposes to help the FBI capture more criminals from his "Blacklist," while Elizabeth discovers unsettling truths about her husband.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Raymond "Red" Reddington?
Reddington is a former Naval officer turned high-profile criminal, known as "The Concierge of Crime."
Why did Reddington surrender to the FBI?
He surrenders to provide information on a criminal named Ranko Zamani and insists on speaking only with Elizabeth Keen.
Who is Elizabeth Keen?
Elizabeth Keen is a new FBI profiler, who Reddington specifically requests to work with.
What is Reddington's connection to Elizabeth Keen?
Reddington appears to have detailed knowledge about Elizabeth's personal life, but the exact nature of their connection is unclear.
What does Reddington reveal about Ranko Zamani?
He informs the FBI that Zamani plans to kidnap the daughter of U.S. General Daniel Ryker.
How does Elizabeth Keen become involved in the case?
She is summoned on her first day as a profiler to deal with the Reddington case.
What happens to General Ryker's daughter, Beth?
Despite efforts to protect her, Beth is kidnapped by Zamani during a chemical spill diversion.
What are Reddington's demands for his cooperation?
Reddington negotiates for more freedom, better accommodations, and insists on speaking only with Elizabeth Keen.
What insight does Reddington provide about Zamani's plan?
He links the plan to Zamani's personal vendetta against General Ryker and suggests it involves a chemical attack.
How is Elizabeth Keen personally affected by the case?
Her husband, Tom Keen, is critically injured during an attack by Zamani at their home.
How is Zamani's plan thwarted?
The FBI team, using information from Reddington, prevents the chemical attack and rescues Beth.
What happens to Zamani?
Zamani is killed after the plan is foiled.
What proposal does Reddington make to the FBI?
He proposes to help the FBI capture criminals on his "Blacklist" in exchange for certain conditions.
What does Elizabeth Keen discover at her home?
She finds a hidden box, raising suspicions about her husband Tom's identity.
What is the significance of the "Blacklist"?
The Blacklist is a list of high-profile criminals that Reddington has been cultivating for over twenty years, which he offers to help the FBI apprehend.
