That Bind(2019) | "castle Rock" Ties

: Critics from Den of Geek noted the episode’s brilliance in subverting expectations, particularly Joy’s decision to restrain her mother "for her own good".

: The episode is noted for its numerous callbacks to Season 1, such as the missing head of Warden Lacy and the recurring "noise" under Castle Lake. "Castle Rock" Ties That Bind (TV Episode 2019) - IMDb "Castle Rock" Ties That Bind(2019)

Reviewers largely viewed "Ties That Bind" as a standout hour of horror for the series: : Critics from Den of Geek noted the

: Annie becomes convinced she is hallucinating after seeing a resurrected Ace Merrill at the Marsten House. Her subsequent mental unraveling leads her daughter, Joy, to sedate her and tie her to a bed—a mirror of Annie's future behavior in Stephen King’s Misery . Her subsequent mental unraveling leads her daughter, Joy,

: Caplan's portrayal of Annie Wilkes received high praise for keeping the character "grounded and human" even as she spirals into mania.

: Pop Merrill suffers a minor stroke while interrogating Abdi. Despite their tensions, Abdi shows mercy by taking Pop to the hospital, resolving their immediate conflict while setting the stage for a "stunning collision" later in the season. Critical Reception