The Cleaner season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Wicky, a crime scene cleaner, arrives at a murder scene where Ruth, the widow, seems unnervingly calm about having killed her husband. She's frustrated with her life, particularly her husband's obsession with model making. Wicky, dealing with his own mundane life, gets caught up in her story. She reveals her dream of visiting the Dolomites, a desire ignored by her husband. In a twist, Ruth invites Wicky to escape with her to Italy before she turns herself in for the murder. Surprisingly, he agrees, finding a sense of adventure and change.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wicky's profession?
Crime scene cleaner.
Where is Wicky supposed to go on the evening of the crime scene cleanup?
Curry night at the White Horse pub.
What was the widow's husband's hobby?
Making models.
How did the widow kill her husband?
She stabbed him 38 times.
What frustrates Wicky about the crime scene?
The extensive amount of blood and the time it will take to clean up.
What is Wicky's reaction to the neighbor's request for an apology letter?
He is annoyed and sees it as trivial.
What does the widow do while Wicky is in the bathroom?
She collects items from the house.
Why does the widow say she killed her husband?
She was frustrated by the small annoyances in their marriage, comparing them to paper cuts.
What is the "sunk cost fallacy" as explained by the widow?
The concept that continuing to invest in something makes it hard to abandon it, even if it's detrimental.
What was the widow's dream destination that her husband ignored?
The Dolomites in Italy.
How does Wicky respond to the widow's invitation to escape with her?
He agrees, seeking a change from his mundane life.
What is the widow's plan before going to the Dolomites?
To turn herself in for the murder of her husband.
What does the neighbor bring when she returns to the house?
A pie.
What is the significance of the models in the story?
They represent the husband's obsession and the widow's resentment towards them.
Does Wicky have any significant relationships in his life?
He mentions a "tattooed milf" he's seeing, but it's not a serious relationship.
