| "Tome-wan" | |
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| Hannibal episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 12 |
| Directed by | Michael Rymer |
| Written by | |
| Featured music | Brian Reitzell |
| Cinematography by | James Hawkinson |
| Editing by | Ben Wilkinson |
| Production code | 212 |
| Original air date | May 16, 2014 |
| Running time | 44 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Tome-wan" is the twelfth episode of the second season of the psychological thriller–horror series Hannibal. It is the 25th overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Chris Brancato, series creator Bryan Fuller and co-executive producer Scott Nimerfro, and directed by executive producer Michael Rymer. It was first broadcast on May 16, 2014, on NBC.
The series is based on characters and elements appearing in Thomas Harris' novels Red Dragon and Hannibal, with focus on the relationship between FBI special investigator Will Graham (Hugh Dancy) and Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Mads Mikkelsen), a forensic psychiatrist destined to become Graham's most cunning enemy. The episode revolves around Will Graham still building evidence against Lecter, requiring a figure of his past to help him bring him down. Meanwhile, Mason Verger starts to impose his dominance on Lecter, Graham and Margot, and they decide to take action.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 2.32 million household viewers and gained a 0.9/3 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the writing, sound design, make-up design and the scenes between Lecter and Graham.