Summary Isaac gets under Varney’s skin. Vampires Morana and Striga receive an urgent message from Carmilla. Belmont and Sypha get a look at Targoviste. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.

Summary Lenore urges Hector to not test Carmilla’s patience. Belmont and Sypha cross paths with Zamfir, a fearsome guard with a suspicious mind. Our Take A well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summary Belmont and Sypha continue to battle beasts loyal to Dracula, but it’s getting a little old. Meanwhile, Alucard receives a guest. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Castlevania works.

Summary With the portal to hell open, Trevor and Sypha must battle an onslaught. Meanwhile, the Judge shares a disturbing legacy, and Hector learns his fate. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

Summary Night falls on Lindenfeld and all manner of hell breaks loose. Also, Isaac meets the Magician, Hector makes a pledge, and Zumi and Taka make a move. Our Take Everything Castlevania does well, done at full power. Genuinely great television.

Summary Something is alive in the priory’s basement, and for Belmont and Sypha, time is of the essence. Lenore opens up to Hector about Carmilla’s plans. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Castlevania works.

Summary As Saint Germain makes unsettling discoveries, Isaac marches toward a showdown. Meanwhile, Belmont and Sypha question a monk — aggressively. Our Take A well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Summary Lenore continues to spend time with Hector, slowly earning his trust. Saint Germain experiences a telling nightmare about the Infinite Corridor. Our Take An all-timer. If you sample one episode of Castlevania, make it this one.

Summary Belmont and the Judge discover an ominous symbol, Saint Germain’s treasure hunt is cut short, and Alucard’s bond with Zumi and Taka continues to grow. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Castlevania works.

Summary Zumi and Taka share their history with Alucard. Also, Saint Germain gains entrance to the priory, and Isaac receives an icy welcome in Genoa. Our Take A well-built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.