Dormer plants evidence to frame Walter Finch for the murder of the teenage girl, Kay Connell, to ensure Finch is caught despite the lack of direct evidence.
Clarice discovers Buffalo Bill's hiding place through a personal connection with one of the victim's histories and accidentally encounters him while following a lead.
Dr. Frederick Treves discovers that John Merrick is being mistreated and exploited in a freak show, prompting Merrick's rescue and relocation to a hospital.
Driss departs from his job to return to his family, but later Philippe arranges a meeting with the woman he loves, showing that Driss's influence changed Philippe's life for the better.
Nickie discovers Terry's condition when he sees his painting in her apartment, which she bought, and realizes why she never showed up. They reconcile and their love is renewed.
In the end, Melvin overcomes his compulsions enough to attempt a romantic relationship with Carol, symbolized by Melvin stepping on cracks in the sidewalk.