Season 3 Episode 12

full size Castle and Beckett Scope Out the Magic Store in Episode 3.12 “Poof! You’re Dead”
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Title: Poof! You're Dead
Air Date: January 10, 2011 at 12:00 AM PST

When the owner of historic Drake's Magic Shop in New York is found drowned in Houdini's famous water torture tank, Castle and Beckett must delve into the world of magic, magicians and their secrets to find his killer. As part of their investigation, Castle & Beckett meet master magician Tobias Strange (guest star Gilles Marin.) Meanwhile, the magicians aren't the only ones keeping secrets, as a new romantic relationship is revealed for Esposito and Lanie. Read the full recap here.