Lucifer season 5 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Lucifer and Detective Decker grapple with their complicated relationship, with Decker needing time to process her identity crisis. Lucifer consults Dr. Linda for advice, while Amenadiel returns with news that Hell no longer needs a warden. Maze confronts Dr. Linda about her painful past of abandoning her own daughter, resonating with Maze's issues with her mother, Lilith. The murder of a nun leads Decker and Amenadiel to suspect Mother Angelica, but she's cleared. Lucifer and Dan's investigations connect pop star Destiny Page to the case, but she's not the murderer. Amenadiel's revelation about blessing Decker's mother adds to her existential crisis, but later she realizes Lucifer's vulnerability around her is a choice, deepening their bond. Maze discovers her mother's death, missing her chance for closure.
Full Episode S05E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Detective Decker upset with Lucifer?
Detective Decker needs time and space to deal with her identity crisis and is frustrated with Lucifer's attempts to reconcile.
What revelation does Amenadiel bring to Lucifer?
Amenadiel reveals that Hell no longer requires a warden, freeing Lucifer from his duties there.
What is the personal conflict between Maze and Dr. Linda?
Maze confronts Dr. Linda about her abandonment of her own daughter, mirroring Maze's feelings towards her mother, Lilith.
Who is the primary suspect in the convent murder case?
Mother Angelica is initially suspected due to her past, but she has an alibi.
How are Lucifer and Dan assisting Detective Decker?
They work behind the scenes to speed up the investigation, uncovering connections to Destiny Page.
What does Amenadiel reveal about Detective Decker's birth?
Amenadiel admits he blessed Detective Decker's mother, leading to Decker's birth and her immunity to Lucifer's powers.
Why is Destiny Page ruled out as the murderer?
Destiny Page has an alibi for the time of Sister Victoria's murder.
Who is ultimately found to be the killer of Sister Victoria?
Sister Victoria's fiancé, Hank, is revealed to be the killer.
What insight does Amenadiel offer about Lucifer's vulnerability?
Amenadiel suggests that Lucifer's vulnerability around Detective Decker is a choice, reflecting their deep connection.
How does Detective Decker react to Amenadiel's insight?
Detective Decker accepts their vulnerabilities as a choice and a strength in her relationship with Lucifer.
What tragic news does Maze receive?
Maze learns that her biological mother, Lilith, has died.
