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Our Mutual Friend - S01E01 - Part 1
 

Our Mutual Friend season 1 episode 1

Part 1

 
A body pulled from the Thames is identified as young John Harmon, heir to a fortune made in dust-contracting (a lucrative 19th century recycling business). Bella Wilfer, his wife-to-be by terms of old Harmon's will, goes into mourning though she has never met her fiancé. Bella is adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Boffin, inheritors of the dust business in default of young Harmon. The Boffins also hire a very capable but mysterious young man as secretary, John Rokesmith, whose keen interest in Bella holds the secret to his true identity.
 
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Our Mutual Friend / S01E01 : Part 1
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on March 9, 1998 | 90 min. | BBC Two
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  • Our Mutual Friend - Episode 1 - Part 1
    Episode 1
    Part 1
  • Our Mutual Friend - Episode 2 - Part 2
    Episode 2
    Part 2
  • Our Mutual Friend - Episode 3 - Part 3
    Episode 3
    Part 3
  • Our Mutual Friend - Episode 4 - Part 4
    Episode 4
    Part 4

Our Mutual Friend season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a haunting blend of mystery and societal critique, the episode weaves through the dark waters of the Thames, where Lizzie Hexam and her father find bodies for income. Amidst societal gatherings, secrets unravel about old Harmon's peculiar will that entangles fortunes with marriages. The Harmon legacy, tainted by suspicion and greed, casts a shadow over characters like the Lammles—united in deception for wealth. Silas Wegg and Mr. Boffin's arrangement hints at deeper connections to the Harmon fortune. As ambitions and loyalties clash, Riderhood's accusation against Jesse Hexam for murder turns ironic, revealing the Thames not just as a source of livelihood but a keeper of fates and secrets.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene: The River and Its Secrets - (BELLS TOLL) The episode opens with a somber tone, set by the tolling bells. - Lizzie and her father, Jesse Hexam, are on the river, collecting a body. Lizzie is distressed by the sight. - Jesse Hexam defends his livelihood of scavenging from the river, reminiscing about how the river has provided for them. - Riderhood encounters Hexam and accuses him of being in luck for finding another body, hinting at a dark partnership between them. ### Scene: Disagreements and Disappointments - Arguments ensue between Hexam and Riderhood, revealing a strained and suspicious relationship. Hexam disowns Riderhood, declaring no partnership in crime. - Meanwhile, at a gathering hosted by the Veneerings, discussions about marriages and fortunes unfold, highlighting societal obsessions with wealth and status. - Mortimer Lightwood shares the peculiar will of old Harmon, which dictates his son's inheritance is contingent upon marrying a chosen bride, Bella Wilfer. ### Scene: The Unfortunate End of John Harmon - A shocking twist reveals that John Harmon, the heir to the Harmon fortune, is found drowned, throwing plans into disarray and sparking speculation and gossip among society. ### Scene: Mysterious Engagements and Secret Motives - As the episode progresses, various characters navigate their own schemes and aspirations, all influenced by the enticing Harmon fortune. - Silas Wegg and Mr. Boffin strike a deal, with Wegg to provide reading services, indicating Mr. Boffin's desire for education and perhaps a deeper connection to the Harmon legacy. - The Lammles, a seemingly perfect couple, are revealed to be in a marriage based on mutual deception about wealth, setting the stage for their manipulative partnership. ### Scene: Grief, Ambition, and the River's Grip - Lizzie Hexam's devotion to her father, despite the darker aspects of his livelihood, paints a picture of complex family loyalty. - Charley, Lizzie's brother, is encouraged to leave for a better life, highlighting the sacrifices and decisions made in the shadow of poverty and ambition. - The episode culminates in a dramatic revelation by Riderhood, who accuses Gaffer Hexam of murder, aiming to claim a reward but leading to a tragic and ironic twist of fate. ### Scene: Conclusions and Lingering Mysteries - The river, both a giver and taker of life, remains a central and enigmatic character, reflecting the themes of fortune, morality, and fate that run through the episode. - The societal intrigue around the Harmon fortune and the various characters' maneuvers for advantage set the stage for further complexities and entanglements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Lizzie Hexam?

Lizzie Hexam is the daughter of Jesse Hexam, a man who scavenges the river for bodies and valuables.

What is the source of Jesse Hexam's income?

Jesse Hexam's income comes from collecting bodies from the river and scavenging valuables from them.

Who accused Jesse Hexam of being in partnership with him in crime?

Riderhood accused Jesse Hexam of being in partnership with him in crime.

What is the condition of old Harmon's will for his son's inheritance?

The condition of old Harmon's will for his son's inheritance is that his son must marry a woman chosen by his father, Bella Wilfer.

How does society view the marriage between Mr. and Mrs. Lammle?

Society views the marriage between Mr. and Mrs. Lammle as a perfect match, though it is actually based on mutual deception regarding their wealth.

What role does Silas Wegg play in relation to Mr. Boffin?

Silas Wegg is hired by Mr. Boffin to read to him, indicating Mr. Boffin's desire for education and perhaps a deeper connection to the Harmon legacy.

What is the nature of the relationship between Lizzie Hexam and her father?

The relationship between Lizzie Hexam and her father is complex, marked by loyalty and devotion despite the darker aspects of his livelihood.

What motivates Charley, Lizzie's brother, to leave?

Charley is motivated to leave by the desire for a better life, encouraged by Lizzie who wants him to escape the shadow of poverty and their father's occupation.

Who does Riderhood accuse of murder, and what is his motive?

Riderhood accuses Gaffer Hexam of murder, motivated by the desire to claim a reward.

How does the river function as a character in the episode?

The river functions as a central and enigmatic character, reflecting themes of fortune, morality, and fate, and influencing the lives and decisions of the characters.

 
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