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The Lyons fear that the Dubois family is to blame for their latest family crisis, so when no one is willing to give up any information, Cookie takes matters into her own hands. Jamal and Lucious reach a breakthrough in a song on which they have been working, and Andre lashes out. Meanwhile, Cookie sets her eyes on a new plan for Empire in Vegas.
 
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Empire / S03E16 : Absent Child
Season 3, Episode 16 | Aired on May 10, 2017 | TV-14 | 43 min. | FOX
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EPISODES
Season 3
Season 3
Season 3
Season 6
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • Empire - Episode 1 - Light in Darkness
    Episode 1
    Light in Darkness
  • Empire - Episode 2 - Sin That Amends
    Episode 2
    Sin That Amends
  • Empire - Episode 3 - What Remains is Bestial
    Episode 3
    What Remains is Bestial
  • Empire - Episode 4 - Cupid Kills
    Episode 4
    Cupid Kills
  • Empire - Episode 5 - One Before Another
    Episode 5
    One Before Another
  • Empire - Episode 6 - Chimes at Midnight
    Episode 6
    Chimes at Midnight
  • Empire - Episode 7 - What We May Be
    Episode 7
    What We May Be
  • Empire - Episode 8 - The Unkindest Cut
    Episode 8
    The Unkindest Cut
  • Empire - Episode 9 - A Furnace For Your Foe
    Episode 9
    A Furnace For Your Foe
  • Empire - Episode 10 - Sound and Fury
    Episode 10
    Sound and Fury
  • Empire - Episode 11 - Play On
    Episode 11
    Play On
  • Empire - Episode 12 - Strange Bedfellows
    Episode 12
    Strange Bedfellows
  • Empire - Episode 13 - My Naked Villainy
    Episode 13
    My Naked Villainy
  • Empire - Episode 14 - Love is a Smoke
    Episode 14
    Love is a Smoke
  • Empire - Episode 15 - Civil Hands Unclean
    Episode 15
    Civil Hands Unclean
  • Empire - Episode 16 - Absent Child
    Episode 16
    Absent Child
  • Empire - Episode 17 - Toil and Trouble (1)
    Episode 17
    Toil and Trouble (1)
  • Empire - Episode 18 - Toil and Trouble (2)
    Episode 18
    Toil and Trouble (2)

Empire season 3 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In this episode of "Empire," the Lyon family faces a crisis as they accuse the Dubois family of orchestrating Bella's disappearance through Child Protective Services. The episode highlights intense confrontations, with Cookie demanding Andre to avenge their loss and Lucious focusing on his Vegas show "Inferno." Meanwhile, Andre and Shine plot to replace "Inferno" with "When Cookie Met Lucious." Internal conflicts arise within the Lyon family, as they grapple with legal challenges to regain Bella and Lucious's artistic choices. The episode climaxes with Mrs. Dubois admitting her role in the feud and taking Bella into her family, escalating the conflict.

Full Episode S03E16 Recap

### Opening Scene: Lyon Family Crisis - Cookie demands Andre to avenge their baby's death. - Laviticus Las Vegas Club changes ownership, leaving Andre and Nessa out. - Lucious sends Andre to Las Vegas to set up "Inferno," planning to usurp it later. - A musical collaboration between Cookie and Lucious is highlighted. ### Lyon vs. Dubois Showdown - The Lyon family confronts the Dubois about Bella's disappearance, blaming them for Child Protective Services' involvement. - Cookie and Mrs. Dubois exchange heated threats. - Angelo Dubois denies involvement in Bella's case but reveals his family's political influence. ### The Quest to Find Bella - Hakeem Lyon is too distraught over Bella's disappearance to attend the meeting. - Legal complications arise, making it difficult for the Lyons to regain custody of Bella. - Cookie and Lucious vow to fight for Bella, acknowledging their family's strength when united. ### The Vegas Show and Family Tensions - Lucious and his team work on the "Inferno" show in Las Vegas, aiming for a hip-hop, urban feel. - Andre and Shine plot to replace "Inferno" with "When Cookie Met Lucious," leveraging their position. - Lucious and Jamal collaborate on music, despite Lucious's reluctance to change his artistic vision. ### Confrontations and Revelations - Andre confronts Anika, accusing her of murdering his wife and unborn child. - Hakeem struggles with his inability to protect Bella, feeling helpless and desperate. - Cookie and Lucious disagree on the direction for their Vegas show, with Lucious choosing "Inferno" over "When Cookie Met Lucious." ### The Dubois' Hidden Agenda - Mrs. Dubois reveals her disdain for the Lyons, admitting she played a role in Bella's disappearance. - Angelo Dubois struggles with his mother's actions and the escalating conflict between the families. - The Lyon family, united, vows to fight back against the Dubois and retrieve Bella. ### Climax: The Battle Lines are Drawn - Cookie confronts Angelo, demanding to know Bella's whereabouts, but he denies involvement. - Lucious chooses "Inferno" over the family-oriented show, causing a rift with Cookie. - The Lyon family faces internal conflicts, with Andre feeling sidelined and Giuliana influencing Lucious's decisions. - The episode ends with Mrs. Dubois taking Bella into her family, intensifying the feud with the Lyons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is blamed for Bella's disappearance?

The Lyon family blames the Dubois family for Bella's disappearance.

What is the main conflict in this episode of Empire?

The main conflict revolves around the disappearance of Bella, the Lyon family's baby, and their confrontation with the Dubois family.

What show is Lucious planning in Las Vegas?

Lucious is planning the "Inferno" show in Las Vegas.

What do Cookie and Lucious collaborate on musically?

Cookie and Lucious collaborate on a song, combining her melody with his arrangement.

Who is excluded from the ownership of Laviticus Las Vegas Club?

Andre and Nessa are excluded from the ownership of Laviticus Las Vegas Club.

Why is Hakeem Lyon not present at the family meeting?

Hakeem Lyon is too distraught over his daughter Bella's disappearance to attend the meeting.

What legal issues complicate the Lyon family's situation?

Several legal motions have been filed against the Lyons, making it difficult for them to regain custody of Bella.

What plan do Andre and Shine have regarding the Vegas show?

Andre and Shine plan to replace "Inferno" with "When Cookie Met Lucious" in Las Vegas.

How does Lucious feel about changing his artistic vision for the Vegas show?

Lucious is reluctant to change his artistic vision for the Vegas show.

Who does Andre confront about the murder of his wife and child?

Andre confronts Anika, accusing her of murdering his wife and unborn child.

What show does Lucious ultimately choose for Las Vegas?

Lucious ultimately chooses "Inferno" for the Las Vegas show.

What is Mrs. Dubois' attitude towards the Lyon family?

Mrs. Dubois expresses disdain for the Lyon family and admits to playing a role in Bella's disappearance.

Does Angelo Dubois admit to knowing about Bella's whereabouts?

Angelo Dubois denies knowing about Bella's whereabouts and involvement in her disappearance.

What is the state of the relationship between Cookie and Lucious by the end of the episode?

By the end of the episode, Cookie and Lucious's relationship is strained, particularly over the direction of their Vegas show.

What dramatic turn does the episode end with?

The episode ends with Mrs. Dubois taking Bella into her family, intensifying the feud with the Lyons.

 
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