Deception season 1 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Cameron Black, a renowned illusionist, reveals his secret twin brother Jonathan, who is framed for murder. Seeking to clear Jonathan's name, Cameron collaborates with the FBI. They investigate the staged murder of lawyer Joseph Kline, orchestrated as part of a fake TV show prank. The real culprit, Noah, is an innocent man manipulated into committing the crime. Cameron and his team of illusionists uncover a deeper plot involving Russian mobster Sasha Sokolov. Using deception, they extract an antidote for a poison used in the murder and eventually bring down Sasha, forming an official FBI Deception Team.
Full Episode S01E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cameron Black?
Cameron Black is a famous illusionist who used to have a secret twin brother assisting him in his magic shows.
Why does Cameron Black seek the FBI's help?
Cameron seeks the FBI's help to prove his twin brother Jonathan's innocence after he is framed for murder.
What is the significance of the murder of Joseph Kline?
The murder of Joseph Kline, a lawyer with criminal connections, is staged as a TV show prank, revealing a deeper criminal plot.
Who is Noah Hawthorne?
Noah Hawthorne is a young man tricked into killing Joseph Kline as part of a fake prank TV show.
How is the Russian mobster Sasha Sokolov involved?
Sasha Sokolov is the head of a Russian Syndicate and is behind the murder plot and the framing of Jonathan Black.
What role does Mikhail Stefanovich Koslov play?
Mikhail Stefanovich Koslov, a captain in Sasha's syndicate, is responsible for setting up the fake TV show that led to Joseph Kline's murder.
How does Cameron Black help the FBI?
Cameron Black and his team of illusionists assist the FBI in solving crimes using their skills in deception and magic.
What happens to Mikhail after his capture?
After being captured by the FBI, Mikhail is poisoned to prevent him from revealing crucial information about Sasha Sokolov.
How is Noah Hawthorne saved?
Noah is saved when Cameron and his team deceive Mikhail into revealing the antidote for the poison used in the murder.
What is the Deception Team?
The Deception Team is a new FBI unit led by Cameron Black, specializing in solving complex crimes using illusion and trickery.
What personal connection does Kay Daniels have with the case?
Kay Daniels, an FBI agent, is personally invested in the case as she lost her sister to addiction and understands the pain of losing a loved one.
Why does Cameron Black focus on helping Noah?
Cameron empathizes with Noah, seeing him as an innocent victim manipulated into committing murder, similar to his brother Jonathan.
How is Sasha Sokolov arrested?
Sasha Sokolov is arrested after Cameron and his team uncover his true identity and his involvement in the criminal plot.
What is the fate of Noah Hawthorne after the case?
Noah Hawthorne is exonerated from the murder charge due to Mikhail's confession and the evidence provided by Cameron's team.
What is Cameron Black's personal mission?
Cameron Black's personal mission is to prove his brother Jonathan's innocence and to catch the Mystery Woman responsible for framing him.