Arrested Development season 5 episode 16 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a dramatic turn of events, Buster Bluth's murder trial reveals deep family secrets. Michael uncovers videotapes showing Lucille Bluth manipulated Buster into thinking he pushed Mimi down the stairs. Gob, entangled in a misunderstanding involving a magician's dummy and the Gay Mafia, prepares a risky magic trick. The trick goes awry, trapping him in cement. Meanwhile, Michael's mistaken belief that he killed Lucille Austero leads to a courtroom confession. The episode culminates in a chaotic family gathering where Lindsay learns Lucille 2 was her mother, and the shocking discovery of Lucille 2's body in the cement wall, revealing the true depth of the family's dysfunction.
Full Episode S05E16 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is on trial for murder in this episode?
Buster Bluth is on trial for the murder of Lucille Austero.
What does Michael discover about his mother and Buster?
Michael discovers videotapes showing Lucille Bluth manipulating Buster into believing he pushed Mimi down the stairs.
How is Gob involved in the trial?
Gob is involved due to a misunderstanding involving a magician's dummy, leading to suspicion of his involvement in Lucille Austero's disappearance.
What does Gob's magic trick involve?
Gob's trick involves him transforming from gay to straight while escaping a wall filled with cement.
What is the Gay Mafia's role in Gob's storyline?
The Gay Mafia threatens Gob, forcing him to maintain a facade of being gay for seven years.
Why does Michael confess in court?
Michael confesses in court under the mistaken belief that he might have killed Lucille Austero.
What is the relationship between Lindsay Bluth and Lucille 2?
Lindsay Bluth discovers that Lucille 2 was her biological mother.
How does the wall unveiling event end?
The event ends chaotically with Gob trapped in cement and the discovery of Lucille 2's body in the wall.
What is the status of the Fakeblock software?
The Fakeblock software is revealed to be ineffective, leading to conflict between Michael and George Michael.
What happens between Michael and George Michael at the end?
They have a physical altercation due to their disagreement over the Fakeblock software and its sale.
Who is Tony Wonder?
Tony Wonder is a magician and Gob's friend, involved in the cement trick and thought to be dead.
What is the significance of the videotapes found by Michael?
The videotapes reveal Lucille Bluth's manipulation of Buster, altering his memory of pushing Mimi down the stairs.
Why does Buster assist Gob in the magic trick?
Buster assists Gob in the magic trick as he believes he owes Gob for keeping his secrets.
How does Lucille Austero's body get into the cement wall?
Lucille Austero's body is mistakenly used by Buster, thinking it's a mannequin, in Gob's magic trick.
What is the main theme of this episode?
The main theme revolves around family secrets, manipulation, and the complex dynamics within the Bluth family.
