The episode introduces a dangerous new antagonist, Bastien Moreau (known as "The Corsican"). Moreau has taken Dr. Koehler and his medical team hostage to undergo a complete facial reconstruction.
Red reaches Dr. Koehler first, only to find him mortally wounded. To protect the secret of his new identity, Moreau shot the surgeon and his staff before fleeing. [S6E1] Dr. Hans Koehler
In the season 6 premiere of The Blacklist , titled " Dr. Hans Koehler " (No. 33), the series dives deep into the high-stakes world of criminal transformation and the search for identity. This episode is critical as it sets the tone for a season defined by Elizabeth Keen's dual mission: working with Raymond Reddington while secretly investigating his true past with her sister, Jennifer. The Hunt for the Surgeon to the Stars The episode introduces a dangerous new antagonist, Bastien
While the Task Force tracks the doctor through legal channels, Red uses his criminal network. He tracks down Basil Vladokis, an old acquaintance, and eventually finds a nurse who reveals Koehler's location in France. A Deadly Transformation Red reaches Dr
Raymond Reddington tips off the FBI Task Force about the resurgence of Dr. Hans Koehler, a world-renowned plastic surgeon specializing in making the world's most wanted criminals unrecognizable to international authorities.
Liz remains wary and resentful of Red's secrets. She chooses to continue working with him to gain access to his resources, all while hiding the fact that she knows his greatest secret. Key Episode Details Original Air Date: January 3, 2019 Blacklist Number: No. 33