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The Prisoner - S01E01 - Arrival
 

The Prisoner season 1 episode 1

Arrival

 
A man awakes in an isolated desert community called the Village with no idea of how he got there. He is designated Six, as everyone in The Village is referred to only by a number and the Villager's administrator, Two, attempts to assimilate him into the community.
 
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The Prisoner / S01E01 : Arrival
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on November 15, 2009 | TV-14 | 60 min. | AMC
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  • The Prisoner - Episode 1 - Arrival
    Episode 1
    Arrival
  • The Prisoner - Episode 2 - Harmony
    Episode 2
    Harmony
  • The Prisoner - Episode 3 - Anvil
    Episode 3
    Anvil
  • The Prisoner - Episode 4 - Darling
    Episode 4
    Darling
  • The Prisoner - Episode 5 - Schizoid
    Episode 5
    Schizoid
  • The Prisoner - Episode 6 - Checkmate
    Episode 6
    Checkmate

The Prisoner season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a mysterious and controlled community known as the Village, a man, referred to only as "Six," finds himself without any memory of how he arrived. Determined to escape and return to his previous life, Six navigates a series of bizarre and often menacing encounters with the Village's inhabitants and its authoritative figure, "Two." Despite the Village's oppressive mechanisms designed to strip individuals of their identities and freedoms, Six remains resolute in uncovering the truth about the Village and finding a way out, spurred by cryptic messages and the fate of "93," a villager who may have found an escape route but died under mysterious circumstances.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Opening Scene: Confusion in the Village - A man finds himself inexplicably in a place called "The Village," unsure of how he arrived. - He tries to use a taxi to escape but discovers there are no trains or conventional exits. - At a club, he seeks help but is met with bizarre interactions, indicating this is no ordinary place. ### The Village's Oddities - The man is referred to as "Six," a number instead of a name, highlighting the Village's dehumanizing nature. - He encounters strange social norms and technology, suggesting a controlled and surveilled community. - Despite attempts to understand or escape, Six faces obstructions at every turn, including from the local taxi driver, who insists on only local destinations. ### Seeking Answers - Six receives a cryptic message from an old man, leading him to a waitress who reluctantly reveals the man was chased for knowing too much. - As Six delves deeper, he finds that everyone in the Village has a number instead of a name, and personal histories are obscured or altered. ### The Village's Control - The narrative shows the Village's control mechanisms, from manipulation of personal memories to outright surveillance and intervention in residents' lives. - Six's interactions with the Village's authority figures, like "Two," reveal a sinister effort to keep him from discovering the truth about the Village or himself. ### The Pursuit of Escape - Amidst bizarre and often menacing encounters, Six learns of "93," another villager who supposedly found a way out but died under mysterious circumstances. - Determined, Six seeks clues about the Village's true nature and how to escape, driven by fragmented memories of a life outside. ### Confrontation and Revelation - The episode culminates in Six confronting the Village's authorities, demanding answers while grappling with the reality of his situation. - In his quest for freedom, Six faces both physical and psychological barriers, revealing the depth of the Village's control over its inhabitants. ### Closing Scene: Determination to Escape - Despite setbacks, Six remains determined to escape, symbolizing the human spirit's resilience against oppressive systems. - The episode closes with Six resolved to find the truth, setting the stage for further exploration of the Village's mysteries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the main character in the Village?

The main character, referred to as "Six," finds himself in a mysterious village without knowing how he got there.

What is the Village?

The Village is a peculiar place where people are identified by numbers instead of names, and there seems to be no way to leave.

Why is Six trying to escape the Village?

Six tries to escape because he does not belong to the Village and wants to return to his previous life.

Who is "Two" in the Village?

"Two" appears to be a figure of authority in the Village, involved in controlling its inhabitants and keeping the Village's secrets.

What happened to "93"?

"93" is a villager who supposedly found a way out of the Village but died under mysterious circumstances.

How do the villagers refer to each other?

The villagers refer to each other by numbers assigned to them instead of their real names.

Is there any way to leave the Village?

The episode suggests that the Village is designed to be inescapable, though there are hints of a possible way out that Six seeks to discover.

What are the main themes of the episode?

The main themes include the search for identity, the struggle for freedom, and the fight against oppressive control.

Does Six find a way to escape?

In this episode, Six does not find a way to escape but remains determined to find the truth and a way out.

Who sent the message to Six through the waitress?

An old man, referred to as "93," sent Six a message through the waitress, hinting at the existence of a way out of the Village.

What does the Village's authority do to keep control?

The Village's authority manipulates memories, surveils residents, and intervenes directly in their lives to maintain control.

Are there any clues about the outside world?

The episode contains fragmented memories and cryptic messages suggesting the existence of a life outside the Village.

How do residents of the Village live their daily lives?

Residents seem to live under constant surveillance and control, with their actions and even thoughts monitored by the Village's authority.

What is Six's real name?

The episode does not reveal Six's real name, emphasizing the dehumanization and loss of identity in the Village.

Can Six trust the other villagers?

Six's interactions suggest a mix of distrust and fleeting connections, indicating uncertainty about who can be trusted.

 
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