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UFO - S01E23 - The Sound of Silence
 

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The Sound of Silence

 
A UFO hides in a lake on a country estate of a well-known equestrian, who has since disappeared. When SHADO tracks down the UFO and manages to destroy it, it breaks up and leaves a strange item floating in the lake.
 
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UFO / S01E23 : The Sound of Silence
Season 1, Episode 23 | Aired on July 17, 1971 | TV-PG | 60 min. | ITV1
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EPISODES
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • UFO - Episode 1 - Identified
    Episode 1
    Identified
  • UFO - Episode 2 - Exposed
    Episode 2
    Exposed
  • UFO - Episode 3 - The Cat with Ten Lives
    Episode 3
    The Cat with Ten Lives
  • UFO - Episode 4 - Conflict
    Episode 4
    Conflict
  • UFO - Episode 5 - A Question of Priorities
    Episode 5
    A Question of Priorities
  • UFO - Episode 6 - E.S.P.
    Episode 6
    E.S.P.
  • UFO - Episode 7 - Kill Straker!
    Episode 7
    Kill Straker!
  • UFO - Episode 8 - Sub-Smash
    Episode 8
    Sub-Smash
  • UFO - Episode 9 - Destruction
    Episode 9
    Destruction
  • UFO - Episode 10 - The Square Triangle
    Episode 10
    The Square Triangle
  • UFO - Episode 11 - Close Up
    Episode 11
    Close Up
  • UFO - Episode 12 - The Psychobombs
    Episode 12
    The Psychobombs
  • UFO - Episode 13 - Survival
    Episode 13
    Survival
  • UFO - Episode 14 - Mindbender
    Episode 14
    Mindbender
  • UFO - Episode 15 - Flight Path
    Episode 15
    Flight Path
  • UFO - Episode 16 - The Man Who Came Back
    Episode 16
    The Man Who Came Back
  • UFO - Episode 17 - The Dalotek Affair
    Episode 17
    The Dalotek Affair
  • UFO - Episode 18 - Timelash
    Episode 18
    Timelash
  • UFO - Episode 19 - Ordeal
    Episode 19
    Ordeal
  • UFO - Episode 20 - Court Martial
    Episode 20
    Court Martial
  • UFO - Episode 21 - Computer Affair
    Episode 21
    Computer Affair
  • UFO - Episode 22 - Confetti Check A-O.K.
    Episode 22
    Confetti Check A-O.K.
  • UFO - Episode 23 - The Sound of Silence
    Episode 23
    The Sound of Silence
  • UFO - Episode 24 - Reflections in the Water
    Episode 24
    Reflections in the Water
  • UFO - Episode 25 - The Responsibility Seat
    Episode 25
    The Responsibility Seat
  • UFO - Episode 26 - The Long Sleep
    Episode 26
    The Long Sleep

UFO season 1 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Commander Straker of SHADO confronts a bewildering scenario where time seems manipulated, leading to erratic behavior and a subsequent chase. Amidst this chaos, a UFO sighting hints at alien technology capable of altering time. Straker and his team, grappling with the effects of this phenomenon, discover a betrayal within their ranks by Turner, a radar operator colluding with the aliens. Utilizing an experimental drug to enhance their capabilities, they engage in a desperate battle against this internal threat and the alien manipulation. The episode culminates in a reflection on the vast, unfathomable technologies beyond human comprehension, emphasizing the continuous struggle against extraterrestrial interventions.

Full Episode S01E23 Recap

### Opening Scene: Technical Troubleshooting - Technicians discuss technical parameters and issues with a device, mentioning "Parameter 3 OK" and issues with "Parameter 5." ### SHADO Headquarters - "Priority to Straker, SHADO" is heard, signaling an important message for Commander Straker. - General McWhirter looks forward to meeting Straker. - Straker experiences distress, prompting a security alert. Studio security is contacted. ### Chase and Confusion - Straker acts erratically, leading to a chase through various locations, including a hovercraft pursuit. - Amidst the chaos, film shooting is disrupted, and Straker's mental state is questioned. ### Diagnosis of Straker's Condition - Straker is found in shock, both physically and mentally. The medical team considers emergency measures due to his crucial role in SHADO. - Amnesia affecting Colonel Lake and others hints at a mysterious event causing memory loss and confusion. ### Straker's Recovery and Flashback - As Straker regains consciousness, he's urged to recall events leading to his condition, revealing a meeting with Colonel Lake and an unidentified flying object (UFO) sighting. - Straker's flashback includes a disorienting encounter with the UFO, leading to a night turning into day and time appearing to stop. ### Investigation and Revelation - Straker and his team attempt to understand the phenomenon, discovering that some are unaffected by the time freeze due to their state of motion. - They theorize about aliens using a field force to manipulate time, a concept beyond SHADO's current understanding. ### Confrontation with Turner - Turner, a rogue radar operator, reveals he's working with the aliens, boasting immunity from the time effects. - A tense confrontation ensues in a studio, with Turner taunting Straker and revealing his betrayal. ### Climactic Battle and Resolution - Straker and his team use an experimental drug, X50, to enhance their physical abilities in order to combat Turner and the alien influence. - In a desperate struggle, Straker manages to stop Turner, preventing further alien interference. - The episode concludes with Straker reflecting on the aliens' ability to manipulate time and the unfathomable technology they possess.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Commander Straker?

Commander Straker is the head of SHADO, an organization tasked with defending Earth from alien threats.

What triggers the chase sequence in the episode?

Commander Straker acts erratically and attempts to flee, leading to a chase involving studio security and a hovercraft.

What causes Straker's erratic behavior and mental shock?

Straker's condition is attributed to a traumatic encounter with a UFO and possibly alien technology, leading to shock and amnesia.

How do the characters experience time differently in this episode?

Certain characters, including Straker and Colonel Lake, experience a manipulation of time, where moments are stretched, and time appears to stop for others.

What is the significance of the UFO sighting in the episode?

The UFO sighting is crucial as it introduces the episode's main conflict involving alien technology capable of manipulating time.

How do Straker and his team counter the alien technology?

They use an experimental drug called X50 to enhance their physical abilities, attempting to match the aliens' manipulation of time.

What is Turner's role in the episode?

Turner is a radar operator who betrays SHADO by collaborating with the aliens, believing he will gain power through their technology.

What does the time manipulation reveal about the aliens' capabilities?

The aliens' ability to manipulate time suggests they possess advanced technology far beyond human understanding.

How does the episode resolve the conflict with Turner and the aliens?

The conflict is resolved when Straker manages to outmaneuver Turner, stopping his plan and limiting the aliens' influence on Earth temporarily.

What lesson does Commander Straker take from this encounter?

Straker reflects on the vastness of the unknown, acknowledging that the aliens' ability to expand a moment in time showcases technology and possibilities beyond current human comprehension.

 
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