The Blacklist season 5 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a tense episode, characters navigate a complex situation involving human trafficking. Reddington reveals his past in human smuggling and proposes a plan to stop a ruthless new player in the game. An undercover operation in Greece leads to a confrontation with the Kilgannons, who now control the smuggling operation. The team conducts a raid, but struggles to locate Dembe and the missing trucks. Inside the airtight trucks, people face a life-threatening situation with limited air. The episode concludes with the trucks found and lives saved, but the future of the rescued remains bleak.
Full Episode S05E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main concern when the characters discuss Arctic Avenue?
They are giving directions, mentioning if you hit Arctic, you've gone too far.
Who is urgently called to safety at the beginning of the episode?
Children named Brax and Poppy are called to safety by their mother.
What threat is made during a phone call on a honeymoon?
The threat of divorce if the phone is answered during the honeymoon.
Who does Reddington need to meet, and why is it significant?
Reddington needs to meet in 30 minutes, significant because it interrupts the honeymoon.
What illegal activity is discussed between Elizabeth and another character?
They discuss human trafficking involving migrants in a freighter bound for South Carolina.
What past involvement does Reddington reveal?
Reddington reveals his past involvement in human smuggling.
What is the objective of the undercover operation in Greece?
The objective is to infiltrate the human smuggling pipeline and gather information.
Who are the Kilgannons, and what is their role?
The Kilgannons are smugglers who run an illegal operation involving shipping people.
What is the main challenge faced inside the trucks?
The main challenge is the diminishing air supply and the rising panic among the people.
How does Reddington obtain information about the missing trucks?
Reddington uses extreme measures, including threatening a family member, to get the information.
What is the outcome of the raid on the smuggling operation?
The raid results in the discovery of the trucks, saving many lives but leaving uncertain futures.
What ethical dilemma is highlighted at the end of the episode?
The ethical dilemma involves the grim reality of the migrants' future and the impact of the operation.
