The Blacklist season 7 episode 16 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Hatcher's sinister scheme is exposed: he manipulates vulnerable women into pregnancies, using sperm from wealthy deceased men, to claim secret settlements. These women, targeted to be killed post-birth, are unknowingly part of his twisted plan to 'rescue' them and provide for the children, whom
Full Episode S07E16 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hatcher?
Hatcher is involved in a scheme where he manipulates women into getting pregnant and exploits the deaths of wealthy men.
What is the Boneyard Killer case about?
The Boneyard Killer case involves young women who were buried alive but not sexually assaulted, with the perpetrator using cemeteries as dumpsites.
How does Hatcher's scheme work?
Hatcher's scheme involves inseminating women with sperm from wealthy deceased men, leading to paternity claims and secret settlements.
What happens to the children in Hatcher's scheme?
The children born from Hatcher's scheme are initially said to be given up for adoption, but Hatcher actually keeps them, believing he is providing them with a better life.
Is Hatcher arrested?
Yes, Hatcher is arrested after the FBI unravels his scheme.
What is the state of Dembe's imam?
Dembe's imam is involved in a separate subplot and his situation remains unresolved at the end of the episode.
Who is Angela?
Angela is a woman manipulated by Hatcher into his scheme under the guise of a different opportunity.
What do the FBI agents discover about the Boneyard Killer's victims?
The FBI agents discover that the Boneyard Killer's victims were all mothers who had secret settlements with wealthy men.
What motivates Hatcher's actions?
Hatcher is motivated by a twisted desire to provide for children and a belief that he is rescuing women from their difficult lives.
Are there any connections to Syrian jihadists in the episode?
The mosque is under scrutiny for alleged communication with Syrian jihadists, but this subplot is secondary to the main story.
How does the FBI find out about Hatcher's scheme?
The FBI discovers Hatcher's scheme through investigations into the Boneyard Killer case and evidence found in Hatcher's office.
What happens to the women involved in Hatcher's scheme?
The women in Hatcher's scheme are intended to be killed after giving birth to ensure the secrecy of the plan.
Who assists the FBI in the investigation?
Reddington and other characters assist the FBI in unraveling the details of Hatcher's scheme.
What is the significance of the mosque in the episode?
The mosque is a location tied to the subplot involving the FBI's Counterterrorism division and potential connections to Syrian jihadists.
What is the unresolved mystery at the end of the episode?
The episode ends with an unresolved mystery regarding a fingerprint belonging to a man who has been in prison for 15 years.
