Why Castle Hasn't Aged Well: Unearthing the Problems
A closer look at the beloved television series Castle reveals some concerning issues that have affected its longevity. From the treatment of women to unrealistic plot points, let's explore the reasons why Castle hasn't aged well.
The Treatment of Women
The portrayal of Castle as a 'playboy' and his treatment of women reflects a dated and problematic trope that doesn't align with modern expectations for equality and respect in relationships.
Nathan Fillion as Richard Castle in Caste the series
The show's initial portrayal of Castle's disrespectful behavior towards women caused tension with Beckett and is a flaw that the series could have done without.
Castle and Beckett talking in Castle the series
Castle's eventual growth and maturity as a character did little to erase the impact of this problematic aspect of his personality.
Castle, Beckett, and Ryan with a dead body on Castle the series
Castle and Kate’s Relationship
The iconic will-they-won't-they relationship between Castle and Beckett, known as Caskett, faced issues both on and off-screen.
Castle and Beckett getting married
The actors' difficult working relationship in real life impacted the portrayal of their onscreen chemistry and led to storylines in the final season that kept them apart.
Castle and Beckett Standing
The mismatched nature of Castle and Beckett's characters and the unrealistic dynamics of their relationship raise concerns about the portrayal of healthy relationships in the series.
Beckett and Castle kissing in Castle the series
Unrealistic Plot Points and Character Development
The unrealistic premise of an author becoming a police consultant and the unconvincing inclusion of Castle's daughter in police cases highlight the show's departure from plausible storytelling.
Beckett reading one of Castle's books on Castle the series
The abundance of unrealistic criminal cases and the repetitive formula of the show contributed to its struggle to break away from the procedural format and offer more fulfilling story arcs.
Castle, Esposito, and Ryan wearing vests in Castle the series
The lack of development for characters of color and the use of unnecessary obstacles and deaths as plot devices further detracted from the series' ability to engage modern audiences.
Richard Castle kidnapped in Castle series
