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Hannibal
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  • Episode aired May 2, 2013
  • TV-14
  • 41m
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8.5/10
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Laurence Fishburne, Hugh Dancy, and Raúl Esparza in Hannibal (2013)
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A nurse at the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane is brutally murdered by a patient, Dr. Abel Gideon, in a manner reminiscent of the "Chesapeake Ripper", who hasn't committed... Read allA nurse at the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane is brutally murdered by a patient, Dr. Abel Gideon, in a manner reminiscent of the "Chesapeake Ripper", who hasn't committed a murder in two years, the same number of years Gideon has been incarcerated. While Graha... Read allA nurse at the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane is brutally murdered by a patient, Dr. Abel Gideon, in a manner reminiscent of the "Chesapeake Ripper", who hasn't committed a murder in two years, the same number of years Gideon has been incarcerated. While Graham tries to discover whether Gideon truly is the Ripper, Crawford receives a phone call, ap... Read all

  • Director
    • Michael Rymer
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    • Bryan Fuller
    • Thomas Harris
    • Kai Wu
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    • Hugh Dancy
    • Mads Mikkelsen
    • Caroline Dhavernas
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    • Director
      • Michael Rymer
    • Writers
      • Bryan Fuller
      • Thomas Harris
      • Kai Wu
    • Stars
      • Hugh Dancy
      • Mads Mikkelsen
      • Caroline Dhavernas
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    Hugh Dancy
    Hugh Dancy
    • Will Graham
    Mads Mikkelsen
    Mads Mikkelsen
    • Dr. Hannibal Lecter
    Caroline Dhavernas
    Caroline Dhavernas
    • Dr. Alana Bloom
    Hettienne Park
    Hettienne Park
    • Beverly Katz
    Laurence Fishburne
    Laurence Fishburne
    • Jack Crawford
    Eddie Izzard
    Eddie Izzard
    • Dr. Abel Gideon
    Raúl Esparza
    Raúl Esparza
    • Dr. Frederick Chilton
    • (as Raul Esparza)
    Scott Thompson
    Scott Thompson
    • Jimmy Price
    Aaron Abrams
    Aaron Abrams
    • Brian Zeller
    Anna Chlumsky
    Anna Chlumsky
    • Miriam Lass
    Lara Jean Chorostecki
    Lara Jean Chorostecki
    • Freddie Lounds
    Mark Waters
    Mark Waters
    • Hospital Security
    Darrin Brown
    Darrin Brown
    • Inmate #1
    Earl-Antham Chrysostom
    • Inmate #2
    Ana Shepherd
    Ana Shepherd
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    7wandernn1-81-683274

    Thank You, Dr. Lecter.

    I think this is the first episode where we meet the famous Dr. Chilton. A character we know and love from Silence of the Lambs.

    We find our heroes investigating the crime scene of the 'Chesapeake Ripper.'

    +1 Star for that crime and reenactment. A real gruesome piece of work as most are in this series.

    +1 Star for Crawford dealing with his , 'family' issue in a conversation with Lecter.

    Haha. Now Lecter is having everyone for dinner!! Chilton!!! Bloom!!! Oh I guess those are the only ones there.

    Not sure if Agent Whats Her Name Really Caught Hannibal slipping up in his game, or if he was hoping someone would just drop by that night for 'dinner'.

    This one gets a 7/10
    8snoozejonc

    The main plot kicks into gear

    This is another strong episode and it feels like a distinct uplift in momentum regarding characters like Lecter and Jack Crawford.

    It is difficult to mention details without spoiling, but the plot focuses on the activities of a certain serial killer with potential links to one already incarcerated. For me the plot unfolds in a suspenseful and compelling way that leads to a good reveal. The reveal of course is quite predictable, given what has been implied in the previous episodes.

    For me the writers make good use of the characters Will Graham, Hannibal Lecter, Jack Crawford and Dr Chilton. Fans of the movie Silence of the Lambs should appreciate it and also the aesthetic created at a certain location.

    Generally the visuals (although horrific) are incredibly well designed and captured by the cinematography. As always the sound makes everything that much creepier.

    I think the cast, particularly the main stars, is on great form. However, I personally think Eddie Izzard was miscast. I am a fan of his comedy and cannot get past the fact that it is him, which takes me out of the moment. His bearded face reminds me of David Brent in certain images.
    10chudurbudur

    Wow

    The best episode of Hannibal so far. Shades of Silence of the Lambs. Directing was really good.
    9and_mikkelsen

    Now we are talking!

    This episode felt like the moment where this show descided to take things a bit further and elevate the quality in terms of what makes this show good and unique!

    Just like last episode, this episode centers more on Jack, giving Fishburne time to shine as an actor! We get introduced to a past event that will shape his development!

    We are also getting more focus on The Chesapeeke Ripper, giving tension and a different emotional weight to some of the interactions!

    Chilton and Gideon are introduced as well! Characters that we will see later on!

    We also get some actual horrofying scenes! I actually got chills at one point!
    10A_Voice

    Thr best episode thus far!

    Yes I find the interactions between Will and Hannibal more intersecting than the mysteries of serial killers. But this episode was a brilliant exception. Not only we see some commendable performances we have a nail biting mystery involving an infamous Chesapeake Ripper (We all know who that is!).

    Dr. Gideon after faking his illness kills the nurse assigned to him in a similar way to another inactive serial killer known as the Chesapeake Ripper. As to if is the actual alias or not is yet to be discovered.

    Just as the novels' version of Chesapeake Ripper and how he was caught, there is a certain level of similarity in the episode. The identity of Chesapeake Ripper is unchanged where as the first person to know about him has changed, although in the similar manner as it was staged in the novels. A new character is introduced namely Miriam, who is a spiting image of Clarice. The character also brings in the soft side of stone hard Jack Crawford. It was pretty humorous to see Dr. bloom, Crawford and Graham in female Freddy Lounds office.

    Their is relatively a low amount of Will Graham in the episode as it generally revolves around Jack's relation with Miriam, and the Chesapeake Ripper. This episode also stages the first actual killing process being shown (barring injuring Abigail). Some brilliant piece of writing and a well intended pun in Lector's conversation, "Don't give me ideas Mr. Chilton". Also it was pretty nostalgic to see the Baltimore State Hospital and Dr. Chilton.

    Direction: Excellent.

    Script/Story: Witty, gripping and strong. Also something different from the usual.

    Acting: A surprise to see a grown up "My Girl" Anna Chlumsky, who fits in the role perfectly. Lawrence stands out as more and more script is offered to him. Mads is awesome.

    Music: Insanely beautiful.

    A treat of an episode, very enjoyable.

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    • Trivia
      When Dr Lecter (Mads Mikkelsen) has Dr Bloom (Caroline Dhavernas) and Dr Chilton (Raúl Esparza) for dinner, he says to Dr Chilton "it's nice to have an old friend for dinner". This is a direct reference to the end of The Silence of the Lambs (1991) where Dr Lecter says to Agent Starling (Jodie Foster) that he's "having an old friend for dinner", meaning an unsuspecting Dr Chilton who has just landed on the island.
    • Goofs
      Agent Lass states that the Chesapeake Ripper took from a victim, among other things, the thymus. The thymus is a gland that is part of the immune system, and atrophies from birth. By adulthood, it's little more than a nondescript fat nodule just above the heart. There would be no point in taking it, and even identifying it would be tricky.
    • Quotes

      Will Graham: What effect were you hoping to have by killing the night nurse?

      Dr. Abel Gideon: The effect I was hoping to have was her death. Mission accomplished.

    • Connections
      References The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
    • Soundtracks
      Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23
      (uncredited)

      Written by Frédéric Chopin

      Performed by Mads Mikkelsen

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    • Release date
      • May 2, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Dino De Laurentiis Company
      • Living Dead Guy Productions
      • AXN: Original X Production
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      • 41m
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
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      • 16:9 HD

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