Ep 14. Reality Star Struck

In Castle season 5 episode 14, titled "Reality Star Struck," Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a popular reality TV star. The episode kicks off with Castle watching a reality TV show and mocking it, only for Beckett to reveal that she's a huge fan. When they're called to the scene of a murder, they're shocked to find the victim is the star of the same reality show they were just watching.

The victim, Courtney Boyd, is found dead in her dressing room on the set of her show, "The Wives of Wall Street," which follows a group of wealthy women in New York City. When Castle and Beckett start investigating, they quickly discover that Courtney had no shortage of enemies. From the show's producers to her fellow cast members to her own husband, everyone seemed to have a motive for murder.

As the investigation deepens, Castle and Beckett get pulled into the glamorous and cutthroat world of reality TV. They discover that Courtney had been feuding with one of her co-stars, Sabrina, and that the show's producer, Brad Parker, had been pushing her to create more drama and conflict on the show. They also find out that Courtney's husband, Eric Boyd, had been cheating on her with another reality star.

Meanwhile, Ryan and Esposito are stuck doing surveillance on a suspected drug dealer. Despite their boredom and frustration, they manage to stumble onto a big lead that ends up tying directly into the murder of Courtney Boyd.

As Castle and Beckett race to catch the killer before they strike again, they unravel a complicated web of lies, jealousy, and betrayal. Along the way, they also have to navigate the tricky waters of reality TV, and realize that sometimes, even in the world of scripted drama, truth can be stranger than fiction.

"Reality Star Struck" is a fast-paced and entertaining episode that showcases Castle and Beckett at their best. The murder mystery is cleverly constructed, and the glimpses into the world of reality TV are both fascinating and hilarious. The episode also has some great moments between Castle and Beckett, highlighting their chemistry and friendship.

Overall, "Reality Star Struck" is a standout episode in an already strong season of Castle. It's a must-watch for fans of the show, as well as anyone who loves a good murder mystery with some humor and heart.