ABC’s Castle stepped into the high-stakes world of the music industry with Season 5 Episode 11 (S5E11 / 5×11), “Under the Influence.” Originally airing on January 14, 2013, the episode begins when an up-and-coming DJ is murdered during the album release party of a rising pop star. As Richard Castle and Kate Beckett dive into New York City’s glamorous but cutthroat music scene, they quickly discover that fame, fortune, and ambition can be just as deadly as any weapon.
Written by Elizabeth Beall and directed by John Terlesky, “Under the Influence” combines an engaging celebrity-centered mystery with one of the series’ strongest personal storylines for Detective Javier Esposito. As the investigation leads to a troubled teenager connected to the case, Esposito finds himself taking the young man under his wing, hoping to steer him away from a life of crime before it’s too late. The result is an episode that balances suspense, humor, and heartfelt character development while giving one of the show’s most dependable detectives a chance to shine.
Led by Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic, the episode also features notable guest appearances from Taylor Cole, Michael Irby, Nadji Jeter, and Katrina Norman. Blending a compelling murder mystery with meaningful character moments, “Under the Influence” remains a memorable installment of Castle’s fifth season. Below, you’ll find promotional photos from Castle Season 5 Episode 11, “Under the Influence.”
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CASTLE Season 5 Episode 11 Under The Influence Photos : CASTLE – “Under the Influence” – When an up and coming DJ is killed at a pop star’s album release party, Beckett and Castle must dive into the raucous world of New York’s music industry. Then, when the investigation leads to a troubled teenager, Esposito takes the kid under his wing, hoping to put him on the right track before it’s too late, on “Castle,” MONDAY, JANUARY 14 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on ABC. Taylor Cole (“The Glades”) guest stars as Regina Cane, an aging pop star who has a shadow cast on her album launch party when the DJ is murdered, and Michael Irby (“Law Abiding Citizen”) guests as Shane Winters, a criminal who may have a history with the DJ.
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