
The Blacklist
A notorious fugitive turns himself in to the FBI, offering to reveal his secret list of the world’s most dangerous criminals—if they’ll let him work alongside a rookie profiler while he pursues his own mysterious agenda that could upend global power.
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Raymond "Red" Reddington, one of the FBI
Seasons & Episodes
Season 122 episodes · premiered Sep 23, 2013
Season 222 episodes · premiered Sep 22, 2014
Season 323 episodes · premiered Oct 1, 2015
Season 422 episodes · premiered Sep 22, 2016
Season 522 episodes · premiered Sep 27, 2017
Season 622 episodes · premiered Jan 3, 2019
Season 719 episodes · premiered Oct 4, 2019
Season 822 episodes · premiered Nov 13, 2020
Season 922 episodes · premiered Oct 21, 2021
Season 1022 episodes · premiered Feb 26, 2023
- 10.01The Night OwlFeb 26, 2023Rate

Six months after Wujing's escape, Reddington reappears in Manhattan following an explosion. A former Blacklister found at the scene leads the Task Force to uncover a larger conspiracy.
- 10.02The WhalerMar 5, 2023Rate

The Task Force plans to infiltrate a high-stakes poker game connected to Wujing, enlisting the help of new recruit Siya Malik. Meanwhile, Red and Cooper clash over how to handle Agnes being bullied at school.
- 10.03The Four GunsMar 12, 2023Rate

An assassination attempt on Senator Panabaker leads the Task Force to investigate a group of skilled pickpockets. At the same time, Red sends a potentially dangerous gift to an old friend who is currently in custody.
- 10.04The HyenaMar 19, 2023Rate

Red is determined to claim a wealthy benefactor's fortune by solving a series of intricate puzzles. However, when a deadly assassin joins the pursuit, the Task Force comes together to protect the inheritance and ensure it reaches its intended recipients.
- 10.05The Dockery AffairMar 26, 2023Rate

A murder investigation led by a judge uncovers links to a case that has remained unsolved for years, while Red experiences growing tension in his professional relationship with a close colleague following the revelation of his collaboration with the FBI.
- 10.06Dr. Laken Perillos: ConclusionApr 2, 2023Rate

Dr. Laken Perillos returns to assist Wujing in his battle against Red, placing one of The Task Force members in danger.
- 10.07The Freelancer (2)Apr 9, 2023Rate

The Freelancer's return prompts an investigation into a conspiracy linked to a local photographer, while Ressler accomplishes a major personal milestone.
- 10.08The Troll Farmer (2)Apr 16, 2023Rate

A task force investigates online conspiracies that mirror real-world threats, uncovering a stolen government program and a potential link to a figure known as the Troll Farmer.
- 10.09The Troll Farmer (3)Apr 23, 2023Rate

A high-stakes mission unfolds as the Task Force works urgently to retrieve a stolen asset of significant value to the U.S. government. Red devises a strategy to assist in identifying and locating those responsible for the theft.
- 10.10The PostmanApr 30, 2023Rate

A shooting occurs at a high-security prison, prompting the Task Force to investigate a contraband smuggler known by the nickname The Postman, while Cooper faces his own personal history with the suspect.
- 10.11The Man in the HatMay 7, 2023Rate

Red is believed to be held hostage during a robbery at a deli in Philadelphia, leading Dembe and Ressler to step in. At the same time, in Washington, D.C., Senator Panabaker examines The Task Force's dealings with Red, while Siya looks into her mother's past.
- 10.12Dr. Michael AbaniMay 14, 2023Rate

Dembe becomes entangled in a tense situation after receiving a call from someone from his past, compelling him to face unresolved issues. At the same time, a politically ambitious congressman initiates an investigation into the Task Force's activities, sparking concerns about their level of transparency.
- 10.13The Sicilian Error of ColorMay 21, 2023Rate

As Siya helps Red with a series of unusual assignments, she learns more about Meera's past. At the same time, Congressman Hudson seeks to bring on a prominent ally for his campaign against The Task Force.
- 10.14The Nowhere BrideMay 28, 2023Rate

A task force works to uncover clues about a missing newlywed. Meanwhile, Red strikes a deal with a high-ranking cartel figure, and Siya explores a link to her mother's history.
- 10.15The Hat TrickJun 1, 2023Rate

Red assigns the task force three complex cases to demonstrate their value to Congressman Hudson, while Ressler supports a friend in seeking reconciliation.
- 10.16Blair FosterJun 1, 2023Rate

A corrupt lawyer becomes involved in several corporate scandals, leading Red to help the team investigate her actions. At the same time, Sen. Panabaker and Cooper await a court ruling that will decide the fate of their task force.
- 10.17The Morgana Logistics CorporationJun 8, 2023Rate

The Task Force is investigating a network of fake companies involved in global contraband smuggling, while Congressman Hudson intensifies his probe with assistance from FBI agents.
- 10.18WormwoodJun 22, 2023Rate

Red arranges a tense meeting between rival families, but the situation spirals into violence. A dangerous criminal becomes involved in the incident, prompting the task force to move swiftly to protect Red and his team.
- 10.19Room 417Jun 29, 2023Rate

A mysterious clue from Red leads the Task Force to investigate a government security breach, while Congressman Hudson intensifies efforts to expose the Task Force's operations.
- 10.20Arthur HudsonJul 6, 2023Rate

During a tense meeting with the Attorney General, Cooper faces scrutiny, while Red visits some close friends.
- 10.21Raymond Reddington (1)Jul 13, 2023Rate

The task force continues its pursuit of Red, remaining consistently one step behind as Hudson and his agents press forward. At the same time, Zuma encounters repercussions after his misconduct is captured on camera.
- 10.22Raymond Reddington: Good Night (2)Jul 13, 2023Rate
The future of the FBI's Reddington Task Force is decided as important choices are made regarding its ongoing operation.
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medium confidencesource-verifiedThe Blacklist ran 218 episodes across 10 seasons (2013-2023). Per the long-runner rule, this guide uses one episodeList entry per season. The Events Index focuses on ★★ and ★★★ beats confirmed from fetched sources this session. The Season 6 'Ilya Koslov' reveal (confirmed from a fetched TVLine recap of 'Rassvet,' S6E19) was subsequently complicated in Season 7 by in-show contradictions; both facts are documented. The central mystery of Red's true identity — heavily theorized as Katarina Rostova ('Redarina') — is intentionally left unresolved by the series and is treated as such here. Six errors in the original guide were corrected: wrong S3E18 episode title ('Baby Blues' corrected to 'Mr. Solomon: Conclusion'); backwards causal direction in S10E22 convoy scene; erroneous attribution of Red's Sam admission to S2E22 (it occurred in S1E20); Mr. Kaplan's debut season corrected from S2 to S1; S6E19 episode title corrected to 'Rassvet'; and Dembe's S1 backstory clarified as an initial introduction later revised by the show.
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Raymond 'Red' Reddington · James Spader · debut [S1E1✓]
A man of extraordinary criminal intelligence who surrenders to the FBI offering to help dismantle the world's most dangerous criminals — but his true reasons and his true identity are the show's central mystery. Over ten seasons it is established that he is not the real Raymond Reddington (whose bones are confirmed found in Season 5), and that he assumed the identity via facial surgery. He is confirmed as Liz's biological father via DNA in Season 4, though the 'Ilya Koslov' identity offered in Season 6 is later complicated by contradictory evidence. He kills Katarina Rostova in Season 8, driving Liz to turn against him. He dies on his own terms in the series finale, killed by a bull in Spain, his true identity left unresolved.
Elizabeth 'Liz' Keen · Megan Boone · debut [S1E1✓]
An FBI profiler whose seemingly ordinary life unravels when Reddington enters it. Her real name is Masha Rostova; her adoptive father was murdered; her husband was a spy; her biological father's identity is contested; she killed her own father as a child. She goes from idealistic agent to fugitive to criminal, and dies in Red's arms in the Season 8 finale without ever learning the full truth about who he is.
Tom Keen · Ryan Eggold · debut [S1~]
Liz's husband, revealed in Season 1 to be a spy placed in her life by Red's enemy. He and Liz eventually divorce, then reconcile and have a daughter (Agnes). He is permanently killed in the Season 5 midseason finale by Ian Garvey.
Harold Cooper · Harry Lennix · debut [S1E1✓]
Assistant Director of the FBI Counterterrorism Division and head of the task force throughout all ten seasons. A principled lawman who repeatedly navigates the moral compromise of working with Reddington. After Liz's death in Season 8, he retires to raise her daughter Agnes.
Dembe Zuma · Hisham Tawfiq · debut [S1E2✓]
Red's devoted bodyguard and close confidant throughout the series. A man of deep integrity, he is estranged from Red following Liz's death, joins the FBI as an agent in Season 9, and is nearly killed in the series finale saving Red.
Donald Ressler · Diego Klattenhoff · debut [S1E1✓]
FBI agent and task force member throughout all ten seasons. Often suspicious of Red and protective of Liz. After Liz's death he retreats to Detroit as an auto mechanic before rejoining the task force. He is the one who finds Red's body in the series finale.
Mr. Kaplan (Kate Kaplan) · Susan Blommaert · debut [S2~]
Red's longtime 'cleaner' and loyal associate. She betrays him in Season 3 by helping stage Liz's fake death. Red shoots her and leaves her for dead. She survives and wages war on him by hiding the suitcase of bones — the proof of his false identity. She dies in the Season 4 finale.
Katarina Rostova · Lotte Verbeek (flashbacks); Laila Robins (present-day S6-S8) · debut [S6E22✓]
Liz's biological mother, a former KGB spy long believed dead. She is revealed alive in the Season 6 finale in Paris. In Season 7 she bonds with Liz before staging another fake death. In Season 8, Episode 2, Red shoots and kills her to prevent her from exposing his identity to the Townsend Organization.
Aram Mojtabai · Amir Arison · debut [S1~]
The task force's tech specialist throughout the series. His romantic relationships (including with Samar Navabi) provide ongoing storylines.
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