Freedom came with a price. In the final episode, Dr. Phil explores what happened after the escape—how Michelle Knight emerged from the shadows with no home, no family, and serious health issues. With support, she fought to reclaim her future—writing a bestselling book, finding love, and building a life of resilience. Meanwhile, Ariel Castro stood before a courtroom, denying the abuse, blaming his victims, and calling himself “not a monster.” But justice had its day. This episode breaks down the long-term trauma of captivity, the strength required to heal, and why Castro’s delusions couldn’t survive the truth.
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