Lost season 3 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a pivotal episode, the survivors grapple with the hatch's mysterious button, leading to an intense standoff between Mr. Eko and John Locke. Locke, who becomes temporarily mute, seeks guidance from the island, constructing a sweat lodge for a spiritual vision. In a flashback, John's association with an undercover cop at a commune ends in a tense confrontation. The episode climaxes with John and Charlie saving Mr. Eko from a polar bear. The camp then learns that Jack, Kate, and Sawyer have been captured by the Others, prompting John to step up as a leader, vowing to rescue them.
Full Episode S03E03 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the characters believe they were brought to the island?
They believe the island has a destiny for them.
What is the purpose of the button in the hatch?
The button is believed to prevent a catastrophic event.
Who insists on pushing the button?
Mr. Eko.
Why does John Locke become mute?
It's implied to be a consequence of his spiritual connection with the island.
Who is Eddie in John's flashback?
A hitchhiker who turns out to be an undercover cop.
What is the nature of the psychological experiment observed by the characters?
It involves team members in another station who are unaware they are being watched.
What does John see in his vision in the sweat lodge?
He sees Boone, who advises him to clean up his own mess and save someone.
Who are Mike and Jan in John's flashback?
Members of a commune that John is part of.
How does John's encounter with Eddie end?
John confronts Eddie about being a cop and lets him go.
What do John and Charlie find in their quest to save Mr. Eko?
They encounter and defeat a polar bear that had dragged Mr. Eko away.
What is John's plan after saving Mr. Eko?
To find and save Jack, Kate, and Sawyer from the Others.
Who has been captured by the Others?
Jack, Kate, and Sawyer.
What happens to the hatch?
It implodes after the fail-safe key is turned.
What does John admit to Charlie after saving Mr. Eko?
He admits he was wrong about the hatch and the button.
What role does John assume at the end of the episode?
He becomes a leader, rallying the camp to find their captured friends.
