The Drowning season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jodie, grappling with the past loss of her son Tom, thinks she sees him alive and heading to school. Amidst personal and professional turmoil, including a failed business pitch and taking a temporary teaching job, her claim meets skepticism from her ex-partner Ben and others. Determined to prove her belief, Jodie's pursuit leads her to a boy named Daniel at the school, sparking further investigation and confrontation with Daniel's father, Mark. Her relentless quest for truth challenges her reality and relationships, leaving her journey to find Tom filled with hope and despair.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Jodie think she sees on the way to school?
Jodie believes she sees her son Tom, who was believed to have been abducted nine years prior.
What is Jodie's relationship with Yas?
Yas is Jodie's friend and possibly her business partner, with whom Jodie stays overnight.
How does Ben react to Jodie's claim about seeing their son?
Ben is skeptical and reminds Jodie that their son Tom died, suggesting she needs to let go.
What is Jodie's professional situation in the episode?
Jodie is facing financial difficulties, as indicated by a call about her overdraft during a pitch, and later takes a temporary teaching job.
Does Jodie have any proof that the boy is her son?
Jodie believes the boy's scar and physical resemblance are proof, but Ben and others remain unconvinced.
How does Jodie end up teaching at a school?
After a series of professional setbacks, Jodie takes a position as a music tutor at a school.
Who is Daniel, and why is he significant to Jodie?
Daniel is a student at the school where Jodie teaches, who she believes may have a connection to her son Tom.
What does Mark Tanner, Daniel's father, think of Jodie's offer to give Daniel extra lessons?
Mark Tanner is not interested in Jodie's offer, insisting that Daniel is already occupied with other activities.
What personal loss does Jodie learn about during the episode?
Jodie learns about the death of her father, indicating a strained relationship with her family.
How does Jodie react to her business setbacks?
Jodie is apologetic and tries to find solutions, but the setback deeply affects her and Yas's business prospects.
What is Jodie's approach to dealing with her son's disappearance?
Jodie is proactive and determined, refusing to accept the official conclusion of her son's case and seeking to investigate herself.
How does the episode portray Jodie's state of mind?
Jodie is depicted as determined, hopeful, and sometimes delusional in her belief that her son is alive and close by.
What challenges does Jodie face at the school?
Jodie is warned not to teach unsupervised due to her DBS certificate not being processed, and she faces skepticism from Daniel's father.
How does the episode end regarding Jodie's quest to find her son?
The episode leaves Jodie's quest unresolved, with her continuing to seek out Daniel and prove her belief that he is her son Tom.
What is the thematic focus of the episode?
The episode focuses on themes of loss, hope, determination, and the complexities of dealing with grief and unresolved past traumas.