What happens when Castletakes on the world of late night sketch comedy?
On the upcoming episode, titled “Dead from New York,” Beckett and Castle investigate the murder of Sid Ross, creator of the legendary sketch comedy “Saturday Night Tonight.” (Does this sound like a show you’ve heard of before?) The episode also features special guest stars Jaleel White and Carly Rae Jepsen.
This is honestly one of the better episodes from Season 7, and it’s one you aren’t going to want to miss.
Here are a few things you should know about “Dead from New York.”
We see a side of Beckett in this episode that we really haven’t seen before.
Castle becomes jealous when Beckett gives another man attention.
Beckett finds herself worried about her mother in law’s well-being.
Jaleel White’s role as Mickey Franks is both hilarious and a little shocking.
Martha uses the word “amazeballs.”
Castle and Beckett share a very sweet, fun moment together.
Castle and his mother have an important conversation.
There is a reason for everyone to celebrate by the end of the episode.
Beckett and Castle make a unique arrest.
There is at least one moment that should make you laugh out loud.
Photos from Castle Season 7 Episode 22, Dead From New York
Episode Description: When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior.
Stana Katic, Nathan Fillion, Joy Omanski (ABC/John Fleenor)
Castle: Photos from Dead from New York
Joy Omanski, Castle: “Dead From New York” (ABC/John Fleenor)
Stana Katic as Kate Beckett, Castle: “Dead From New York” (ABC/John Fleenor)
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
CARLY RAE JEPSEN
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
NATHAN FILLION, STANA KATIC, CARLY RAE JEPSEN
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
CARLY RAE JEPSEN
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
CARLY RAE JEPSEN
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
CARLY RAE JEPSEN
CASTLE – “Dead From New York” – When Sid Ross, the powerful creator of a long-running sketch comedy show is killed, Castle and Beckett are called to investigate. But as they delve into the victim’s life and the colorful world of “Saturday Night Tonight,” they uncover a shocking secret that may explain Sid’s murder. Carly Rae Jepsen is featured as a musical guest, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MAY 4 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Also, Jaleel White plays Mickey Franks, a larger-than-life sketch comedy star with a tendency toward outrageous — and possibly homicidal — behavior. (ABC/John Fleenor)
CARLY RAE JEPSEN
Ashley Bissette Sumerel is a television and film critic living in Wilmington, North Carolina. She is editor-in-chief of Tell-Tale TV as well as Eulalie Magazine. Ashley has also written for outlets such as Rolling Stone, Paste Magazine, and Insider.
Ashley has been a member of the Critics Choice Association since 2017 and is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. In addition to her work as an editor and critic, Ashley teaches Entertainment Journalism, Composition, and Literature at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
