Mr. Robot season 1 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Ambitious in their respective fields, a young executive eyes the youngest executive title, and Tyrell Wellick aims for CTO, practicing a speech. Elliot, in a hospital, ponders life's bugs while hacking its systems and faces his drug use. Shayla confronts him about Vera's arrest, but he denies involvement. At a dinner party, news of Evil Corp's scandal disrupts the normalcy, exposing the toxic waste cover-up linked to his and Angela's parents' deaths. Tyrell's risky behaviors escalate, Angela breaks up with Ollie, and Gideon delves deeper into a dangerous investigation.
Full Episode S01E03 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the young executive's goal in the company?
To become the youngest executive in the company's history.
Why was Elliot's father secretive about his leukemia?
He made Elliot swear to never tell anyone.
What is Tyrell Wellick's ambition?
To become the next CTO of his company.
Why is Tyrell's meeting with a company higher-up cut short?
The higher-up has to reschedule and mentions another candidate for the CTO position.
What does Elliot reflect on while in the hospital?
The nature of bugs and errors in life and his ease of hacking into systems.
How does Elliot deal with his drug addiction?
He agrees to undergo drug testing as a condition for his release from the hospital.
Does Elliot admit to Shayla about his involvement in Vera's arrest?
No, Elliot denies any action.
What major news interrupts the dinner party Elliot attends?
News exposing Evil Corp's scandal and toxic waste cover-up is revealed.
How does Elliot's mother react to his father's death?
She shows no empathy and treats Elliot harshly.
What significant decision does Angela make regarding Ollie?
Angela breaks up with Ollie due to the consequences of their actions.