Billions season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
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Full Episode S03E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What evidence does Connerty have against Axelrod?
Connerty only has theories but lacks concrete evidence against Axelrod.
How do they plan to plant evidence against Axelrod?
The evidence, a slide, is planted in Axelrod's house using distraction, subterfuge, and stealth, particularly in his refrigerator.
What is Axelrod's plan to clear Wendy's name?
Axelrod's plan involves manipulating phone records and framing someone else for the crime.
What happens during the raid on Dr. Gilbert's house?
Federal agents find the planted evidence in Dr. Gilbert's house during a dinner.
What deal does Chuck Rhoades offer Dr. Gilbert?
Rhoades offers Gilbert a deal to admit guilt in the Ice Juice sabotage to avoid a public trial.
What challenges does Connerty face in court?
Connerty struggles with both evidence and credibility challenges in court.
How is Mafee involved in the Ice Juice scheme?
Mafee is under pressure to lie under oath to protect Wendy and Axe Capital, indicating his involvement in the scheme.
How does Wendy manipulate Mafee?
Wendy uses Mafee's affection for her to influence him into protecting her role in the scheme.
What is the outcome of the trial against Axelrod?
The charges against Axelrod are dismissed due to a lack of evidence and a shift in focus to Mafee.
How does Mafee feel after the trial?
Mafee is morally conflicted despite receiving a financial reward from Axelrod for his loyalty.
What is the significance of the reference to Ben Hogan in the closing scenes?
The reference to Ben Hogan symbolizes resilience and the personal toll of victory, paralleling Axelrod and his father's situation.
Who is Dr. Gilbert in the context of the Ice Juice case?
Dr. Gilbert is implicated in the Ice Juice sabotage and is pressured to admit guilt.
How does the Ice Juice case affect Axelrod's team?
The case creates moral dilemmas, forces manipulative actions, and leaves the team with a sense of guilt despite their legal victory.
What is the strategy used to plant the evidence against Axelrod?
The strategy involves placing the slide in Axelrod's refrigerator, to be found by federal agents during a raid.
What emotional toll does the Ice Juice case take on the characters?
The case leads to feelings of moral conflict, guilt, and a recognition of the personal cost of their actions.