Extant season 1 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Molly returns from space with an unknown entity, while her husband John's android son, Ethan, struggles with identity. The Seraphim station, carrying a threat, falls from orbit. Molly, equipped to distinguish reality from spore-induced illusions, attempts to redirect it. Ethan faces a crisis, potentially harboring a bomb implanted by Odin. The mission control center is compromised by an entity controlling minds. Ethan sacrifices himself, using his warmers to help Molly's mission
Full Episode S01E13 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Molly's mission in space?
Molly was on a 13-month solo mission in space and returned with an unknown entity from her mission.
Who is Ethan in the series?
Ethan is a lifelike android, the prototype of a "Humanich," created by Molly's husband, John.
What is the Seraphim, and what threat does it pose?
The Seraphim is a space station falling out of orbit, posing a threat to Earth due to an unknown entity on board.
How does the entity on the Seraphim affect people?
The entity, known as "the spores," can access human minds and control their actions and perceptions.
What is Molly's task regarding the Seraphim?
Molly's task is to redirect the Seraphim away from Earth's orbit and potentially decommission it if necessary.
What is the issue with Ethan and Odin?
Odin, posing as Ethan's friend, might have implanted a bomb in Ethan, creating a crisis.
What does John plan to do with Ethan regarding the bomb?
John plans to deactivate Ethan to investigate the bomb, despite the risks and emotional impact on Ethan.
How is the mission control center compromised?
The mission control center is compromised by the Offspring, an entity that can manipulate people's minds.
Why does Ben refuse to initiate the launch sequence for Molly?
Ben refuses to initiate the launch sequence due to the risk of contamination from the spores, prioritizing billions of lives over Molly's.
What solution does Ethan find to help Molly?
Ethan uses his warmers to raise his temperature to 98.6 degrees, allowing him to bypass the AI and aid Molly's mission.
What risk does Ethan face by raising his temperature?
By raising his temperature, Ethan risks triggering the bomb inside him and potentially destroying himself.
What is the outcome of Ethan's action?
Ethan's action helps Molly, but his fate remains uncertain as he risks his own existence.
What does Ethan's final communication suggest?
Ethan's final communication suggests a form of transcendence or survival beyond his physical form.
What themes are explored in this episode?
Themes of humanity, sacrifice, the blurred lines between humans and machines, and family dynamics are explored.
How does the episode end?
The episode ends with Ethan's fate uncertain but suggests his transcendence or survival beyond his physical form.
