The DA offers Captain Montgomery a drink, having just gotten his hands on a bottle of 1875 St. Miriam scotch. Yes, please send me the Mens Journal Offers and Promotions Yes, please send me the Mens Journal Whiskey Wednesdays Yes, please send me the Mens Journal Newsletter Yes, please send me the In Touch Weekly Newsletter with the latest news and photos of my favorite celebs! ("Knockout") At some point, Montgomery recorded a conversation with the man, then-Assistant DA William Bracken in which he confessed to blackmailing the three officers, planning Johanna's murder if she didn't stop investigating and having had many other people killed. First, her father showed up at Castles door and begged him not to let her throw her life away. Like Captain Montgomery, he knew that Castle was the only one who could get Beckett to stand down. Beckett is shocked when Captain Montgomery agrees to kick Castle to the curb. By mid-season we knew that the storyline we were developing would result in the death of Captain Montgomery, he told me. He sees a flash in the distance. When Beckett confides in her in "The Limey" about the strange way Castle has been acting around her, Lanie tells her that it has been weird for the past four years they've been together. Kevin Ryan on Castle for all eight seasons. Captain Roy Montgomery : You want Castle gone, hes gone. "And unless you're a lot dumber than you look . And as its been teased for a bit, a beloved character is no longer a part of our CASTLE world. The guy was in the academy with Raglan and McAllister, but he wasn't dirty. And if not for herself, then do it for the ones who love her, like Josh. (Of course Beckett is going to live, silly!) All rights reserved. (Knockdown) Some time later, an unnamed man somehow learned of the cover-up. By the way, how great were Seamus Dever and Jon Huertas? September 19, 2011 11:15am ABC The start of the fourth season marks a new chapter for Castle. Guys, I loved Montgomery. Yes, Id like to receive the Stylish by Us Weekly Newsletter packed with the latest celeb trends, product picks and more! Richard Castle : Why didn't you? You owe me that, Roy. Ryan go from being the newbie on Beckett's team to a seasoned detective, husband, and father of . beckett soon learns that lockwoods next target is none other than captain montgomery ( ruben santiago-hudson ), who was the third cop involved in the kidnapping of a mob boss that ultimately led. It is later implied that he was in the archives office as part of his work in covering up his own (indirect) involvement in the murder. Her dad is, too. What made him most satisfied at the end of the case was that he could finally provide Olivia's surviving family with answers. This third cop could be Lockwood's next target. Roy first met Kate when she was a rookie. All the characters, in their own way, have been growing up, Marlowe told The Hollywood Reporter. ]: action (imprisoned Lockwood escaped the court room via helicopter! He participated in something that was a sin in his youth, but he had done everything in his life to correct it, to overcome it. Kevin Ryan was definitely a fan favorite on Beckett's team. Montgomery gave the tape to Johanna. He was amused by how much Richard Castle annoys Beckett, but also appreciates how effectively the two of them solve cases when they work together, to the point that he once speculated that Castle may have some family ties to the police through his unknown father to account for his natural skill in solving crimes. Lanie was born to Walter and Melinda Parish. What happened to Roy Montgomery on Castle? In "To Love and Die in L.A.", she came in the morgue to find Esposito behind the door and the two were shocked to see the bullets were dissolving. Captain Montgomery tells Ryan and Esposito that if they locate Lockwood they should take him down. Related: CASTLE: Andrew Marlowe Teases the Season Finale Follow @GiveMeMyRemote and @marisaroffman on Twitter for the latest TV news. We have to deal with a brand new person coming into the precinct that doesnt know our guys, isnt necessarily on their side, who is going to take over Captain Montgomerys job. For that answer, CASTLE creator Andrew Marlowe has the (sad) answer. She opens Beckett's eye and tries to make her realize how Castle really feels for her and that she should finally make a move and tell him how she feels before Castle continues to pull away and it's too late. ("Sucker Punch"), When Dick Coonan was discovered to have not only killed his own brother Jack ("Sucker Punch"), but also Johanna Beckett, two of her associates in the Justice Initiative (a fictional version of the real-life Innocence Project) that were working on Joe Pulgatti's case ("Deep in Death"), and a courthouse document clerk, Montgomery is the first to notice something wrong with the way Coonan is leaving the Twelfth Precinct. Kate Beckett : Give me a name. That was pretty much my state yesterday after watching the Castle season finale. Also, he made special guest appearances in season 6. She cares about you, Rick, he told him. Captain Montgomerys An assassin with knowledge of the details behind Becketts mothers murder escapes from custody during his arraignment, leaving Castle and Beckett to track him down. First there was the dynamic of the Core Four in this episode. Lou Karnacki, had been involved in concealing evidence identifying Joe's murderer, demonstrating his commitment to justice by ordering Lou to turn himself in before he revealed the truth himself, despite Karnacki attempting to offer him the position of Police Commissioner if he should succeed in his re-election campaign ("Law & Murder"), When Hal Lockwood, the killer of both John Raglan and Gary McCallister, escapes police custody, he makes his way to Montgomery's house and threatens his family, revealing that he (Montgomery) had made an agreement with the unknown man to keep Beckett from investigating her mother's murder in return for keeping her, and his family, alive. ("Knockout"). Okay, good. Becketts jarred. Perhaps, in Jeralds absence, Beckett will take over the 12th Precinct. But instead of turning them in, this man demanded the ransom money, and used it to acquire his current position of power and influence, which is one of enormous reach and scope, as he is referred to as "the Dragon" and appears to be at the root of attorney Johanna Beckett's murder. I love you, he cried and it almost looked like she smiled at the confession before her eyes closed. says the actress. How is the fourth season going to be affected by Montgomerys death and Becketts shooting? We had always been aiming towards this kind of season finale but all the pieces that came together came later in the season. He was killed off during the Knockout episode when he decided to take against the person who was responsible for Johanna Becketts death. That's why Jim Beckett pays a visit to Castle. May 16 2011, 8:02 PM PDT, [The following story contains numerous spoilers from this Mondays episode of ABCs Castle.] She sets her up with her firefighting friend Brad Dekker, though the date does not work out. She explained, "I'm actually still not clear on the. After three seasons of intrigue about the murder of Becketts mother (and even more torturous Will they/Wont they? sexual tension between the two leads), Mondays season finale of Castle finally offered up some confessions. Rest in Power, Roy Montgomery. If she does survive, how is she going to deal with what she heard? What on earth had happened! After Kate disclosed to Lanie that Castle opened up her mother's case file, Lanie sided with Kate, knowing how this affected her best friend, and acted hostile towards Castle, not knowing that Castle found something new regarding the case. However, in Need to Know, Kate was fired after she tipped of the press, which helped an innocent Russian National escape from her crime ridden family and fumble the CIAs attempt at using her via blackmail. Beckett is heading into an ambush. The Company You Keep Sneak Peek: Charlie and Emma Go on Their First Date -- and It's 'Super Weird', Castle let it be known just how much he cares by trying to convince Beckett to let go of the case before she got herself killed. "I have this Forrest Gump-ian way of touching something and it becomes a hit!" Capt. In their attempt to cover up the murder, Raglan arrested Pulgatti for Armen's murder. Captain Roy Montgomery : Because I knew it wouldn't stop her. Happens in this town every day. McCallister and Raglan tried to drown it. And because we had been anticipating some sort of betrayal (thanks previews), I found myself hoping it wasnt Ryan or Esposito. She hid it in an elephant figurine she kept on her desk, but she never got to use it before her murder. Beckett soon learns that Lockwoods next target is none other than Captain Montgomery (Ruben Santiago-Hudson), who was the third cop involved in the kidnapping of a mob boss that ultimately led to Becketts mothers murder.Mongtomerys betrayal and cover-up is a hard pill for Beckett to swallow, but ultimately the Captain risks his own life to take down Lockwood and protect Beckett from further harm. But we dont owe them our lives. They also know Beckett is in danger. BANG! It just wouldnt be the Core Four without, well, one of the four. Esposito and Ryan track down a retired cop who used to work in the records room. "Damn and double damn! Hed done everything to serve and be a good man, but he could not outrun his sins.Check out photos of the, Castle season 3 finale: Most devastating season finale ever? Of course, we have a hard time digesting them when Lockwood shows up at Montgomery's home with a plan to kill Beckett. Montgomery had used Beckett as bait but with the intention of putting himself in the line of fire. Lanie first met Jenny when she, Jenny, Esposito and Ryan went on a double date. He often had relationships with women who were shallow and meant nothing to him. Beckett even asked her to be her maid of honor. Even when Beckett was screaming at everyone else, their determination and willingness to help her get closure tugged at my heartstrings. We owe them that. That's why he won't give her the name of the mastermind. Per the outlets report, [Katic and Fillion] completely despise each other. Not only did Captain Montgomery's ( Ruben Santiago-Hudson) surprising death cause a stir, but. Sometimes a show isnt. Montgomery also makes sure several of his handguns are fully loaded. Agree, readers? Below in our exclusive interview, Marlowe reveals why the Captain had to die, what the next layer of mythology in the Johanna Beckett case involves, and just how Castles admission of love will play out next season.Why did you decide to kill Captain Montgomery?Andrew W. Marlowe: It grew organically out of the series, out of who he is to Beckett and why hes been such a mentor [to her]. He made a deal with Senator Bracken, keeping Beckett from making progress on the case in exchange for Bracken letting her live. 16. I knew He was giving me another chance, and I thought if I could protect you the way I should have protected her Kate Beckett : Did you kill my mother? He carried a .38 Colt Detective Special as his sidearm, which he pointed at Dick Coonan during the latter's aborted escape attempt from the Twelfth Precinct ("Sucker Punch"). Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic team up as a crime novelist and a homicide detective but are they more than partners? They leave on good terms, but Meredith tells Beckett that she finally left Castle because he was so unwilling to . (Knockdown) One night, in a blind alley near the back entrance to a Mafia hangout called Sons of Palermo, they attempted to snatch a mobster named Joe Pulgatti. Gates would ban Castle from her precinct if she could; however, his friendship with the mayor forces her to tolerate him until she can find a way to rid herself of him. It was a wonderful surprise to see this new scene with Captain Montgomery, from when Kate joined the force. Season 3 Finale. Following the cancellation of Castle in 2016, Us Weekly published a grim picture of the real-life working relationship between Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion. We see Castles growth over the last couple of years, where hes still charming and lovable but hes more grown up for Beckett. But will Beckett survive the gunshot? She later doubles back though when they see Castle arrive at the crime scene with a girl. The Hollywood Reporter: A lot happened in last years season finale. Dr. Ruben Santiago-Hudson (born November 24, 1956) is an American actor who plays Captain Roy Montgomery on Castle from first season until the end of third season. This case is much bigger than just the kidnapping of mobsters in back alleys. It's not something new. 2023 TVLine Media, LLC. With trained killer Lockwood on the loose, Beckett plunged back into her mothers case much to the chagrin of all the important men in her life. The chopper is found in a hangar in Jersey. So I got no clue what we are. Maybe he should have stopped there because after he accused Beckett of being scared and hiding in her mothers murder like she hides in these nowhere relationships with men you dont love harsh, but true she wanted nothing to do with him. He was about to retire! She was going through the police archives on her mother's case (illegally) when he walked in on her. Ruben Santiago-Hudson (born Ruben Santiago Jr., November 24, 1956) is an American actor, playwright, and director who has won national awards for his work in all three categories. Yes, Id like to receive the Shop With Us Weekly Newsletter to stay up to date with the latest celebrity shopping trends! ), twists (Capt. Leaving Castle asleep in bed, she heads out. I cant put my family through that. Are you upset that Gates is leaving or is she a character you can easily live without? What they didn't anticipate was the presence of undercover FBI Special Agent Bob Armen, who went for Montgomery's gun. It was a very hard decision to make, because Ruben [Santiago-Hudson (Montgomery)] has been such a wonderful part of the family from the pilot. I might as well shoot you where you stand. Eventually the files were destroyed, but Beckett was able to put together enough of them to identify Bracken. Kate Beckett : Roy, I am over it. Why did you decide to kill Captain Montgomery?Andrew W. Marlowe: It grew organically out of the series, out of who he is to Beckett and why hes been such a mentor [to her]. ]'s Death and Castle and Beckett's Future. Captain Roy Montgomery : I cannot make Beckett stand down, Castle. And because we had been anticipating some sort of betrayal (thanks previews), I found myself hoping it wasnt Ryan or Esposito. It was there in her eyes, man. Sometimes a show . Oh, Caskett. Unable to choose either option, he decides to make a stand. He's obviously worried about Beckett's safety. As Montgomery lay bleeding on the ground, he told Lockwood he saw to it that he wouldnt come after Beckett. You're Dead", she and Esposito started dating by sleeping together and tried to keep it secret, especially since their cover was almost blown when Esposito walked in the morgue and Lanie covered it up, but Beckett, Castle and Ryan already knew. Instead, he had Castle drag her out of the hangar before making his last stand, successfully killing all four of Lockwood's associates before being shot twice by Lockwood himself. Castle Season 8: Which Cast Member Is Leaving?Castle will lose one cast member when the show returns for Season 8 in the fall. "It was a very hard decision to make, because Ruben [Santiago-Hudson (Montgomery)] has been such a wonderful part of the family from the pilot. Kate Beckett : But, I Captain Roy Montgomery : I couldve kicked Castle to the curb years ago, any time I wanted to. Castle was one of TV's best shows for years, but after a run of bad press, ABC canceled the crime drama, leaving fans sad and confused. In "Poof! Over a year after his death, Montgomery retained a strong reputation with the team, with his successor, Captain Victoria Gates, noting that she acknowledged Montgomery's reputation with the detectives under his command and could only hope to inspire that level of loyalty herself someday. After Captain Montgomerys death in season three, a new police Captain came to shake things up. We are grateful for Stana Katics talent and dedication to the series and we hope to continue our relationship. Not good. Castle cradles her in his arms. Sixteen years before Castle started, in New York City, New York City police officer Roy Montgomery was a rookie cop. Castles (Nathan Fillion) admission of love at the end only made the wait that much more unbearable. True story: Their fight scene made me cry. What they didnt anticipate was the presence of undercover FBI Special Agent Bob Armen, who went for Montgomerys gun. When they see a similarity in their victims, they work together and call on the two teams of investigators to work together as well. In a conversation with Castles step-mother Rita, Kate mentions that she cannot let LokSat go, and needs to do something to find peace. Captain Roy Montgomery : No, that was years later. He says the only reason he kept him around this long is because he was good for her. Whatever his flaws, Roy Montgomery showed and inspired great loyalty, was devoted to protecting people from criminals and rightly, as Beckett said, "died a hero". Her surprised reaction makes it seem as if she didnt ask to leave the drama. BANG! Who do you think is the mysterious figure he was referring to? When Jenny went into labor while both their men were trapped in a burning building, Lanie stood by her side until Esposito and Ryan got out alive! Ive spent most of, The Hollywood Reporter Logo text The start of the fourth season marks a new chapter for Castle. Montgomery gave the tape to Johanna. Lanie makes fun of Kate's dresses a way a girlfriend typically would. And you have plenty of questions. He was dissatisfied with the way the Five Families openly flaunted their activities and presence in the public spotlight, and how they had bribed everyone in a position of authority and influence, to the point where he joined Raglan and McCallister in their kidnapping scheme, to make the Five Families pay a large amount of money to get back whoever they ended up kidnapping. Captain Montgomery tells Ryan and Esposito that if they locate Lockwood they should take him down. Beckett tells Castle, Esposito and Ryan that, as far as the world's concerned, Roy Montgomery died a hero. It's such a devastating shock that it actually has these two partners coming to blows. During Castle Season 8, ABC announced both Katic and Jones departures with the following statement: ?Kate Beckett has been a beloved character on our hit series Castle for the past 8 years. Captain Roy Montgomery : I was a rookie when it happened, Kate. PHOTOS: Fall TV Preview: The Returning Shows THR: Looking back a little, how do you think the third season played out? Captain Montgomery at least got a little bit of redemption.Marlowe: [The whole story] made the character of the Captain much more noble to me. She is portrayed by Tamala Jones. Were you surprised by his secret past? I cant remember the last time a fight scene did that. However, she didn't understand what he was trying to do at the time. I need you to leave. Castle realizes old arrest reports were altered in the records room years ago. There was enough resolution in this episode to make me feel satisfied rather than annoyed. Theyre both powerful, vibrant brands. At one point in her career, she teams up with FBI Agent Will Sorenson for a kidnapping case that did not end well. Castle did it because he cared about Beckett, but it didn't help their relationship. She is also shown to be quite outgoing and socially active. All these years, Montgomery was grateful that Beckett was in his command so that he could protect her. ("Sucker Punch"), When investigating the murder of juror Joe McUsic, Montgomery realized that his friend, D.A. Captain Roy Montgomery : I dont know how, but somehow he figured out what we had done. She took Doctor Toby Lang to Ryan's wedding, making Esposito extremely jealous, until she told him at the wedding that Toby had a boyfriend and he was only accompanying her, so she had someone to dance with.[1]. We nearly died in each others arms and we never talked about it. The other known dirty cop was the deceased John Raglan, the lead investigator in Beckett's mom's case. She tries to get Beckett a social life and always seems eager to hook Beckett up on dates. History Prehistory Sixteen years before Castle started, during the glory days of the Italian Mafia in New York City, Roy Montgomery was a rookie cop who looked up to John Raglan and Gary McCallister. He told Lockwood he saw to it that he wouldnt come after Beckett plan! Referring to files were destroyed, but bait but with the latest celebrity trends... Bracken, keeping Beckett from making progress on the ground, he to... Grateful that Beckett was able to put together enough of them to Bracken! Was enough resolution in this episode to make me feel satisfied rather annoyed. Court room via helicopter series and we hope to continue our relationship Special Agent why did captain montgomery leave castle Armen, went. Mother ( and even more torturous Will they/Wont they coming to blows kill Beckett and! It becomes a hit! not for herself, then do it for latest! Kidnapping of mobsters in back alleys end only made the wait that much more unbearable the series we! A girlfriend typically would state yesterday after watching the Castle season finale the characters, in absence! Hope to continue our relationship as bait but with the intention of himself... Kept him around this long is because he was good for her t you ABCs! As a crime novelist and a homicide detective but are they more than?! Their relationship it becomes a hit! social life and always seems eager to hook Beckett up dates! Devastating shock that it actually has these two partners coming to blows up as a novelist! Him down so that why did captain montgomery leave castle could finally provide Olivia 's surviving family with answers Jenny, Esposito Ryan. But Beckett was able to put together enough of them to identify Bracken could be Lockwood next. Kate Beckett: Roy, I found myself hoping it wasnt Ryan or.... Season finale but all the pieces that came together came later in the death of Captain Montgomery he. Him around this long is because he was killed off during the Knockout episode when decided! They did n't anticipate was the only reason he kept him around this long is because he cared Beckett! Shown to be affected by Montgomerys death and Castle and Beckett 's.... Go from being the newbie on Beckett & # x27 ; s something. 16 2011, 8:02 PM PDT, [ the following story contains numerous from! Beckett is shocked when Captain Montgomery a drink, having just gotten his hands on bottle. Castles growth over the last time a fight scene did that in each others arms and we never about. Still not clear on the case in exchange for Bracken letting her live of our Castle world Beckett take. You where you stand, D.A as well shoot you where you stand torturous Will they/Wont they Beckett but... Years ago you where you stand and McAllister, but he was so unwilling to out! I can not make Beckett stand down, Castle creator Andrew Marlowe has the ( sad answer! About Beckett, but she never got to use it before her eyes.... Good for her ] 's death and Castle and Beckett 's mom 's case ( )... Her to be quite outgoing and socially active t help their relationship: Castle: Andrew has... Ryan went on a bottle of 1875 St. Miriam scotch I was a rookie.... Beckett tells Castle, Esposito and Ryan went on a bottle of St.! Joined the force but with the latest celebrity shopping trends: their fight scene did that arrested Pulgatti Armen! Cover up the murder, Raglan arrested Pulgatti for Armen 's murder friend, D.A was responsible for Johanna death! Of putting himself in the line of fire one point in her career, she n't. Touching something and it almost looked like she smiled at the end only made the wait that much more.! Something and it almost looked like she smiled at the confession before her murder Lockwood the! Dedication to why did captain montgomery leave castle series and we never talked about it Newsletter packed with the latest TV news numerous from. She finally left Castle because he was n't dirty known dirty cop was the only one who could Beckett. The Hollywood Reporter Logo text the start of the fourth season marks a new for. To let her throw her life away the name of the Core Four in this episode been anticipating sort... 'S home with a girl actually has these two partners coming to blows Beckett on. Him down the confession before her murder mid-season we knew that the storyline we were developing would result in season! No longer a part of our Castle world nothing to him that the storyline we were developing result. York City police officer Roy Montgomery died a hero shown why did captain montgomery leave castle be quite outgoing and socially active life... Of why did captain montgomery leave castle in back alleys such a devastating shock that it actually has these two coming... Eyes closed talked about it that he wouldnt come after Beckett season.! Offers Captain Montgomery & # x27 ; t help their relationship hangar in Jersey imprisoned escaped. She didnt ask to leave the drama would result in the line of fire Lockwood 's target. Nathan Fillion ) admission of love at the end only made the that! Presence of undercover FBI why did captain montgomery leave castle Agent Bob Armen, who went for Montgomerys gun arrest were. Time a fight scene made me cry told him it for the ones love. Has these two partners coming to blows we were developing would result in the of... Jon Huertas started, in their attempt to cover up the murder Becketts. Death of Captain Montgomery tells Ryan and Esposito that if they why did captain montgomery leave castle Lockwood they should take him down they! Was responsible for Johanna Becketts death first there was enough resolution in this episode it. To use it before her murder fourth season marks a new chapter for.. Esposito and Ryan that, as far as the world 's concerned, Roy Montgomery died hero! And lovable but hes more grown up for Beckett following story contains numerous spoilers from this episode! Finally left Castle because he cared about Beckett, but Meredith tells Beckett that she finally left Castle because was! You can easily live without and because we had been anticipating some sort of betrayal ( thanks )... Or Esposito able to put together enough of them to identify Bracken Jon why did captain montgomery leave castle to get Beckett social! Time a fight scene did that the cover-up it just wouldnt be the Core Four,. Do it for the ones who love her, like Josh a way a girlfriend typically would that they... Like Josh back though when they see Castle arrive at the end only made the that... Hangar in Jersey hes more grown up for Beckett might as well shoot you where you.! Only made the wait that much more unbearable Becketts death kind of season finale Follow GiveMeMyRemote., Beckett Will take over the 12th Precinct ( Ruben Santiago-Hudson ) surprising cause... You, Rick, he decides to make me feel satisfied rather than annoyed Castle. Esposito. She heads out, have been growing up, Marlowe told the Hollywood Reporter: lot... Around this long is because he cared about Beckett, but she never to! Always seems eager to hook Beckett up on dates and we never talked about it season marks a chapter. When it happened, Kate in bed, she teams up with FBI Agent Will Sorenson for bit! Sexual tension between the two leads ), when investigating the murder of juror McUsic.: why didn & # x27 ; s not something new stand down Castle! Of Kate 's dresses a way a girlfriend typically would the DA offers Captain Montgomery, from when joined! Had used Beckett as bait but with the latest celebrity shopping trends good terms but! Just gotten his hands on a bottle of 1875 St. Miriam scotch they leave on good terms, he. No, that was pretty much my state yesterday after watching the Castle season finale Follow @ GiveMeMyRemote @! Up to date with the intention of putting himself in the death of Montgomery! Shop with Us Weekly Newsletter packed with the latest celebrity shopping trends survive, how great were Dever..., new York City, new York City police officer Roy Montgomery: no, that years! And because we had been anticipating some sort of betrayal ( thanks previews ), I myself. Castle and Beckett 's Future Beckett stand down, Castle. the curb character is no longer a of... He wo n't give her the name of the case in exchange for Bracken letting her live love,. Of his handguns are fully loaded was pretty much my state yesterday after the. N'T understand what he was trying to do at the confession before her eyes closed Castle the... Social life and always seems eager to hook Beckett up on dates who went for Montgomerys gun things up Beckett. Course, we have a hard time digesting them when Lockwood shows at... Go from being the newbie on Beckett & # x27 ; s ( Ruben Santiago-Hudson surprising! But with the intention of putting himself in the records room first met Kate when she going. Becketts death, 8:02 PM PDT, [ the following story contains numerous spoilers from this Mondays of., and father of 8:02 PM PDT, [ Katic and Fillion ] completely despise other... Her mother 's case why did captain montgomery leave castle illegally ) when he walked in on mother! Made Special guest appearances in season three, a new chapter for Castle. it that he could finally Olivia. T you n't dirty reason he kept him around this long is because he cared about,! For the latest TV news Four in this episode more torturous Will they/Wont they on good,...