The Following season 1 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Carroll, convicted in 2004 for murdering 14 women, leads a cult planning their next move. Claire is distraught over her son Joey's kidnapping, blaming Ryan. Joe, in pain and relying on alcohol, makes erratic decisions. The FBI closes in, uncovering Carroll's location through property records. Tensions rise as Joe's followers, including Emma, question his plans. A chaotic showdown at an evacuation center ensues, resulting in multiple casualties. Emma faces a loyalty dilemma, while Jacob leaves the cult, refusing to die for Joe. In the climax, Joe, with Claire captive, attempts a sea escape.

Full Episode S01E14 Recap

### Carroll's Conviction and Cult's Move - Carroll was convicted in 2004 for murdering 14 young women. - Discussion about the cult planning a move now that Roderick has been identified. ### The Search for Joey and Claire's Desperation - Claire is distraught about Joey's kidnapping and blames Ryan for not protecting him. - Claire attempts to kill someone but is thwarted. ### Escalating Tensions and Plans in Motion - Joe Carroll is in pain, relying on alcohol and painkillers, making erratic decisions. - The FBI intensifies their search, analyzing property records to find Carroll's location. - Joe's followers, including Emma, express doubts about his plan. ### The FBI's Manhunt and Discovery - The FBI discovers discrepancies in property records, leading them to Carroll's hideout. - A large-scale operation involving local law enforcement and state police is launched. ### Joe Carroll's Last Supper and Claire's Attempted Escape - Joe hosts a tense dinner with hostages, showcasing his control and manipulation. - Claire tries to escape but is recaptured by Joe's followers. ### The Town's Involvement and a Distraction Strategy - Residents of Havenport show signs of allegiance to Joe's cult. - The cult orchestrates chaos in the town as a distraction, allowing Joe to escape. ### Showdown at the Evacuation Center - The FBI confronts cult members at an evacuation center, leading to a violent confrontation. - Several cult members and civilians are killed or injured in the chaos. ### Emma's Conflict and Jacob's Departure - Emma struggles with her loyalty to Joe and her feelings for Jacob. - Jacob decides to leave the cult, expressing his unwillingness to die for Joe. ### Final Scenes and Joe's Escape Plan - Joe, with Claire as his captive, plans to escape by sea. - The FBI regroups after the chaotic events, assessing casualties and the cult's movements.