Awake season 1 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "AWAKE" S01E03, Detective Britten grapples with a complex reality post-accident: one where his son, Rex, is alive, and another with his wife. He visits prisoner Cooper, who later escapes and kidnaps Rex during a tennis tournament. Britten, torn between two worlds, confronts Cooper to save Rex. The episode reveals that Britten's former partner, Mayhew, framed Cooper, and Britten's realization of his indirect role in Cooper's wrongful imprisonment. The episode intricately weaves Britten's professional challenges with his personal struggles of loss and guilt.

Full Episode S01E03 Recap

### Scene: Therapy Session - **Detective Michael Britten** discusses his unique situation post-accident, where he experiences two realities: one where his son is alive and another where his wife is. - His therapist questions the nature of his experiences, suggesting one must be a dream, but Britten is adamant they both feel real. ### Scene: Prison Visit - Britten visits a prisoner, **Cooper**, who discusses his grievances and dreams of getting a kidney transplant. ### Scene: Britten's Home and Tennis Match Discussion - Britten and his son, **Rex**, have a tense conversation about Rex's upcoming tennis match and Britten's desire to be there, despite Rex's reluctance. ### Scene: Police Department - Cooper's Escape - Britten learns that Cooper, the prisoner he arrested, has escaped. He recalls the case where Cooper's son OD'd and Cooper shot the dealer. ### Scene: Britten's Home - Family Dynamics - Tensions between Britten and Rex are explored, revealing the strained relationship after the loss of Britten's wife/Rex's mother. ### Scene: Pursuit of Escaped Prisoner - Britten collaborates with his former partner, **Jim Mayhew**, and others to track down Cooper. ### Scene: Britten's Alternate Reality - Wife's Fundraiser - In the alternate reality, Britten discusses attending a fundraiser in honor of his son with his wife, Hannah. ### Scene: Kidnapping of Rex - Cooper kidnaps Rex during his tennis tournament, leading to a frantic search by Britten. ### Scene: Britten's Desperation and Cooper's Demands - Britten receives a call from Cooper with demands and instructions, threatening Rex's life if not followed. ### Scene: Confrontation and Tragic Outcome - Britten confronts Cooper at the designated location, but the situation escalates, leading to Cooper's death before revealing Rex's location. ### Scene: Investigation and Discovery - Britten discovers Cooper's innocence in his son's death and realizes the true perpetrator was his former partner, Mayhew. ### Scene: Resolution and Emotional Impact - Britten reconciles with the events, understanding his role in Cooper's wrongful imprisonment and confronting his own guilt. - The episode concludes with Britten's family dynamics and his struggle to cope with the loss and guilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What unique situation does Detective Michael Britten experience post-accident?

Britten experiences two realities: one where his son is alive and another where his wife is.

Who is Cooper in "AWAKE"?

Cooper is a prisoner Britten visits, who dreams of getting a kidney transplant and discusses his grievances.

What is the relationship between Britten and his son Rex?

They have a strained relationship, especially after the loss of Britten's wife/Rex's mother.

How does Cooper escape from prison?

Cooper escapes after an off-site dialysis treatment using a paralytic on a guard.

What is the significance of the tennis match in the episode?

The tennis match is a point of tension between Britten and Rex, highlighting their strained relationship.

What alternate reality does Britten experience involving his wife?

In the alternate reality, Britten's wife is alive, and they discuss attending a fundraiser in honor of their son.

What happens to Rex during the tennis tournament?

Rex is kidnapped by Cooper during his tennis tournament.

What are Cooper's demands to Britten?

Cooper demands that Britten meet him alone at a specific location, threatening to kill Rex if he sees anyone else.

How does the confrontation between Britten and Cooper end?

The confrontation ends with Cooper's death before he can reveal Rex's location.

Who is revealed to be the true perpetrator in Cooper's case?

Britten's former partner, Jim Mayhew, is revealed to be the true perpetrator.

How does Britten deal with the discovery of Cooper's innocence?

Britten reconciles with the events, understanding his role in Cooper's wrongful imprisonment and confronting his own guilt.

What emotional struggles does Britten face in this episode?

Britten struggles with guilt over Cooper's wrongful imprisonment and his strained family dynamics.

What is the theme of Britten's therapy session in the episode?

The therapy session explores the nature of Britten's two realities and his inability to discern which is a dream.

What role does Britten's former partner, Jim Mayhew, play in the episode?

Mayhew collaborates with Britten to track down Cooper, but is later revealed to be the true criminal in Cooper's case.

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