Ep 22. Tom Connolly

As Reddington's enemies close in on him, the stakes are higher than ever in "Tom Connolly," the heart-pounding season 2 finale of The Blacklist. With the Cabal on his trail, Red (James Spader) is forced to make tough decisions in order to protect himself and those he loves.

At the center of it all is Tom Connolly (guest star Reed Birney), a powerful lawyer with deep ties to the Cabal. As the episode begins, Red has just survived an assassination attempt and realizes that the Cabal has made its move. He turns to the only person he can trust: Liz Keen (Megan Boone).

Meanwhile, Liz is grappling with her own demons. She has just learned that her husband Tom (Ryan Eggold) is alive and working with Red. As if that weren't enough, she is forced to confront the fact that her mother, who she believed was dead, is actually alive and being held captive by the Cabal.

As Red and Liz work together to unravel the Cabal's plot, Tom Connolly steps into the spotlight. He is a master manipulator who has spent years constructing an elaborate cover-up to protect the Cabal's interests. But as Red closes in on him, he realizes that the only way to survive is to turn on his former colleagues and make a deal with the devil.

With the Cabal closing in on all sides, Red and Liz must race against the clock to uncover the truth and protect themselves. But as they navigate the dangerous waters of conspiracy and betrayal, they begin to realize that they are not alone. They have a network of allies who are willing to risk everything to help them.

In the end, "Tom Connolly" is a thrilling finale that brings the plotlines of season 2 to a satisfying conclusion while setting the stage for a new chapter in Red and Liz's story. With its fast-paced action and complex characters, the episode leaves viewers on the edge of their seats and eager for more.