Elementary season 5 episode 15 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Sherlock Holmes and Kitty Winter team up to catch a rapist who's now in New York. Kitty's drive to become a detective stems from her past trauma. They investigate Melanie Vilkas' murder, which is linked to Kitty's assailant. Kitty confronts her torturer but refrains from killing him. Meanwhile, they delve into the suspicious death of Sherlock's old colleague, Cy Durning, and uncover connections to Eli Kotite, leading to a larger conspiracy. Kitty, now a mother, decides to leave detective work. The episode climaxes with Sherlock's arrest by government agents, hinting at government involvement in the conspiracy.
Full Episode S05E15 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kitty Winter?
Kitty Winter is Sherlock Holmes' protégé and a rape victim seeking to capture her assailant.
Why does Kitty become a detective?
Kitty becomes a detective to channel her feelings from her traumatic experience into a productive skill and to hunt down the man who tortured her.
What is the connection between Melanie Vilkas' murder and Kitty?
Melanie Vilkas was murdered with torture marks similar to those on Kitty, indicating a link to the same assailant.
How does Kitty confront her torturer?
Kitty confronts her torturer but chooses not to kill him, instead leaving him to be arrested by the police.
Who was Cy Durning?
Cy Durning was a colleague of Sherlock from Scotland Yard whose death is suspected to be connected to a larger conspiracy.
What is significant about the belt buckle handgun?
The belt buckle handgun is a tiny, hidden weapon that becomes a key piece of evidence in a murder case.
Why does Kitty think she and Sherlock might be targeted?
Kitty and Sherlock might be targeted because of their past involvement in imprisoning Eli Kotite.
What is Sherlock's hypothesis about Cy Durning's death?
Sherlock hypothesizes that Cy Durning's death, seemingly natural, was actually a murder.
Who is Eli Kotite?
Eli Kotite is a bond trader involved in a case Sherlock and Kitty worked on; his death is part of the unfolding conspiracy.
How does Kitty's personal life change?
Kitty's personal life changes as she becomes a mother and decides to quit detective work to focus on her child.
What is the new threat facing Sherlock and Kitty?
The new threat is a conspiracy potentially involving a government agency, as indicated by Sherlock's arrest.
What leads to Sherlock's arrest?
Sherlock is arrested by government agents, suggesting his involvement in a case they are interested in.
Is there evidence of a larger conspiracy?
Yes, the staged deaths and Sherlock's arrest hint
