The Outer Limits episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Joseph Reardon, a space traveler from 1963, finds himself in 2148 after a time convulsion. He discovers humanity devastated by a microbe developed by Bertram Cabot, Jr., leading to mutations and infertility. Determined to change this grim future, Reardon returns to the past to prevent the birth of Cabot's descendant. He meets and falls in love with Noelle Anderson, Cabot's fiancée. Their love and Reardon's determination to prevent their marriage sets them on a path to alter destiny. They hope their actions will create a better future, showcasing the power of love and choice in changing the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year does Joseph Reardon believe it is upon his attempted return to Earth?
1963.
What year does Joseph Reardon actually find himself in when he returns to Earth?
2148.
Who is responsible for the microbe that decimated humanity?
Bertram Cabot, Jr.
What significant problem do the future humans face besides their genetic mutations?
The inability to reproduce.
What does Reardon decide to do after learning about humanity's fate?
Return to the past to prevent the disaster.
Who is Noelle Anderson?
A woman from the past who is engaged to Bertram Cabot, Jr.
Why does Reardon try to prevent Noelle from marrying Bertram Cabot, Jr.?
To prevent the birth of the individual who will create the destructive microbe.
What is the outcome of Reardon's intervention in the wedding?
Noelle decides not to marry Bertram Cabot, Jr., altering the future.
How do Reardon and Noelle plan to change the future?
By being together and preventing the marriage and birth of Bertram Cabot, Jr.'s child.
What philosophical idea is explored through Reardon's and Noelle's actions?
The concept that individual actions can significantly alter the course of history and change the future.
