The Following season 3 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Theo makes a deal with Eliza to deliver Ryan Hardy in exchange for safety. Meanwhile, Ryan, battling alcoholism and haunted by Joe Carroll, aggressively interrogates Theo's sister, Penny, for information. FBI agent Tom Reyes, revealed as a mole coerced by Mark and Daisy, plants a device in the FBI server for Theo and accidentally kills agent Sloan. As Ryan's personal life with Gwen crumbles due to his obsessions, Theo rescues Penny and captures Mike Weston, demonstrating his strategic control over the unfolding events. [End of Summary]
Full Episode S03E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Theo?
Theo is a criminal mastermind and the main antagonist, seeking safety and anonymity in exchange for delivering Ryan Hardy.
What is Theo's relationship with Penny?
Penny is Theo's sister, whom he has been protecting since childhood.
What deal does Theo make with Eliza?
Theo offers to deliver Ryan Hardy to Eliza in exchange for safety and a new life for himself and Penny.
Who is Tom Reyes?
Tom Reyes is an FBI agent revealed to be a mole, coerced into spying on Max Hardy.
What happens to FBI agent Sloan?
Sloan is accidentally killed by Tom Reyes.
How does Ryan Hardy interrogate Penny?
Ryan waterboards Penny to extract information about Theo, but she remains loyal and refuses to talk.
What is Ryan Hardy's personal struggle?
Ryan struggles with alcoholism, which affects his judgment and relationships.
How are Mark and Daisy involved?
Mark and Daisy manipulate Tom Reyes and force him to plant a device in the FBI server for Theo.
What is Theo's plan with the FBI?
Theo gains access to FBI systems to track down Eliza and use the information against Ryan Hardy.
How does Theo react to Penny's capture?
Theo confronts Ryan Hardy to rescue Penny, showing his control over the situation.
Who captures Mike Weston?
Mike Weston is captured by Mark, under Theo's direction.
What mental struggles does Ryan face?
Ryan is haunted by visions of Joe Carroll, indicating his mental instability and struggle with addiction.
What is the state of Ryan's relationship with Gwen?
Ryan's relationship with Gwen is strained due to his obsession with work and inability to stop drinking.
How does Ryan's addiction affect his work?
Ryan's alcoholism leads to increasingly erratic and violent behavior, compromising his effectiveness as an agent.
What is the main conflict in this scenario?
The main conflict involves Theo's manipulation and control over various characters, Ryan's personal struggles, and the FBI's efforts to apprehend Theo and rescue their own. [End of FAQ]
