NCIS: New Orleans season 2 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

During Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Mayor Hamilton and Agent Dwayne Pride are kidnapped by Mike Spar, seeking truth about his wife Patricia's death 25 years ago. The NCIS team investigates, uncovering a connection to a fraternity party attended by Hamilton. Evidence suggests Patricia was murdered, and Hamilton's Chief of Staff is implicated. Spar, driven by his daughter's recent death and quest for answers, confronts Hamilton and Pride. The team rescues them, and the true murderer is apprehended, allowing Mardi Gras celebrations to continue.

Full Episode S02E14 Recap

### Mardi Gras Celebration - Scene opens with a lively Mardi Gras celebration. - Mayor Hamilton and John Cleary are highlighted as key figures at the event. - The Mayor praises New Orleans' party culture and interacts with his staff, including Chief of Staff Tom and his wife. ### Suspicious Activities and NCIS Involvement - King, a local bar owner, is asked to sign for a liquor delivery but finds a suspicious situation instead. - The episode title is revealed as "NCIS: New Orleans 2x14, Father’s Day," airing on February 9, 2016. - Dwayne (Hamilton) and Mayor Hamilton have a distorted conversation, indicating trouble. - A dead Marine and a wounded security guard are found at Landon Court Hotel, coinciding with the Mayor’s Soirée. - The NCIS team, including Sonja and Brody, investigate the scene and learn about the involvement of a woman in a red dress. - Mayor Hamilton and Agent Pride are discovered to be missing, raising concerns about a potential kidnapping. ### Investigation and Flashbacks - Flashbacks to 25 years ago show a connection between a suicide case and the current events. - Mike Spar, whose wife's death was ruled a suicide, is revealed as the kidnapper, seeking truth about his wife's death. - Angela Goodwin, involved in luring the mayor, is interrogated by NCIS. - The team discovers a connection between Mike Spar and the drug used on the Marine. - Mike confronts Mayor Hamilton and Pride, demanding a confession about his wife's death. ### Unraveling the Truth - Evidence suggests Mayor Hamilton's involvement in a fraternity ritual the night of Patricia Spar's death. - The team discovers Spar’s daughter died of a drug overdose, deepening his motive. - Hamilton confesses to being at the party, but denies involvement in Patricia’s death. - The investigation leads to the revelation that Patricia was murdered and a fraternity brother of Hamilton's is implicated. - Mayor Hamilton is confronted about his involvement, leading to the arrest of his Chief of Staff. ### Resolution - The team rescues Mayor Hamilton and Pride. - Mayor Hamilton resumes his Mardi Gras duties, while the true murderer of Patricia Spar is apprehended. - The episode ends with a celebration, where the NCIS team enjoys the Mardi Gras festivities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the title of the "NCIS: New Orleans" episode featured?

"Father's Day," Season 2, Episode 14.

When did "Father's Day" originally air?

On February 9, 2016.

Who is the primary antagonist in this episode?

Mike Spar.

What was Mike Spar's motive for the kidnapping?

To uncover the truth about his wife Patricia's death 25 years ago.

Who is suspected to be involved in Patricia Spar's death?

Mayor Hamilton and his fraternity brothers.

What event coincides with the investigation?

Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

Who is kidnapped in the episode?

Mayor Hamilton and Agent Dwayne Pride.

What key evidence is found regarding Patricia Spar's death?

A necklace and signs of struggle on her body, indicating murder.

How is Angela Goodwin involved in the episode?

She was paid to lure Mayor Hamilton as part of the kidnapping plot.

What drug was used on the Marine found dead?

Pentobarbital.

Who confesses to being at the fraternity party on the night of Patricia's death?

Mayor Hamilton.

How does the NCIS team locate Mayor Hamilton and Pride?

By discovering they were taken to the old Alistair Hotel, now part of the Landon Court Hotel.

What is revealed about Mike Spar's daughter?

She died of a drug overdose two weeks prior to the events of the episode.

What happens to Mayor Hamilton's Chief of Staff?

He is arrested for the murder of Patricia Spar.

How does the episode conclude?

With the NCIS team enjoying the Mardi Gras celebrations after resolving the case.

NCIS: New Orleans season 2 episode 14

Father's Day