: An investigation into a body found in the woods leads Castle to a suspect, Dr. Holtzman, whom Castle recognizes as the masked man who murdered a girl in those same woods 30 years prior. Despite initial skepticism from Beckett and the team, Castle's obsession proves correct when they find evidence of multiple victims.
: While Castle hunts his "boogeyman," Beckett faces a major career decision. After acing her Captain's exam, she is unexpectedly invited to run for the New York State Senate . Castle - Season 7Eps23
: Castle confronts Holtzman alone and eventually kills him in self-defense. The season ends on a celebratory note as Castle receives the prestigious Poe Pen Career Achievement Award and gives a heartfelt speech thanking his family and the 12th Precinct team. Key Characters & Crew Richard Castle Nathan Fillion IMDb Kate Beckett Stana Katic Director Rotten Tomatoes Writers Andrew W. Marlowe & Terri Edda Miller Rotten Tomatoes : An investigation into a body found in
is the season finale of Castle Season 7. The episode brings Richard Castle face-to-face with a traumatic event from his childhood that first inspired him to become a mystery writer. Episode Summary : While Castle hunts his "boogeyman," Beckett faces
The episode was designed to serve as a potential series finale, as the show's renewal for Season 8 was uncertain at the time of filming. Castle season 7 episode 23 review: Hollander's Woods