Deadbeat season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Kevin Pacalioglu, a medium for hire, tackles a haunting case with a ghost named Daniel, who's unable to move on due to dying a virgin. The ghost's unfinished business? To finally have sex, believing this will allow him to rest. Pac, though hesitant, agrees to help by letting Daniel possess him to sleep with his girlfriend, Angela. Complications arise: Angela is a lesbian, and their plan takes several humorous and unexpected turns. Meanwhile, Pac exposes a celebrated medium, Camomile White, as a fraud, leading to public scandal and a reevaluation of his ghostly assistance work.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kevin Pacalioglu?
Kevin Pacalioglu is a medium who helps ghosts with their unfinished business.
What triggers the ghostly disturbances in the couple's attic?
The disturbances are caused by a ghost named Daniel, who died a virgin in the war.
What is the significance of the Scrabble tile with the letter "A"?
The tile is a clue left by the ghost, though its initial meaning is unclear to Pac.
How does Pac intend to help Daniel resolve his unfinished business?
Pac agrees to allow Daniel to possess his body to have sex with his girlfriend, Angela, which Daniel believes will allow him to move on.
Who is Angela and what complicates the plan?
Angela is Daniel's girlfriend from when he was alive. The plan is complicated by her being a lesbian and initially resistant to Pac's proposal.
How does Pac expose Camomile White?
Pac exposes Camomile White as a fraud during a public book signing event.
What is the outcome of the possession plan?
The possession takes place, but the outcome is humorous and unexpected, involving Angela's grandmother.
How does the episode reflect on Pac's job and its impact?
The episode highlights the complexities and unpredictable nature of Pac's job, including the challenges of helping ghosts and the consequences of his actions on the living and the dead.