Limitless season 1 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Finch fakes an illness to enjoy a day off with NZT pills, but his plan is disrupted when Dean Merrick, from an unnamed agency, kidnaps him for a black op. Tasked to find Aleksey Basayev in a remote forest, Finch uses his enhanced abilities to pinpoint Basayev's location. The mission's true purpose unfolds: mercenaries plan to sell Basayev for a bounty instead of arresting him. Finch strategically turns the mercenaries against each other, using his last NZT pill and knowledge of poisonous plants to survive. The ordeal leaves Finch emotionally scarred, but he finds solace in planning to watch "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" with Rebecca.
Full Episode S01E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the setting at the beginning of the episode?
The episode starts with a radio announcement about a beautiful day in New York.
Why does Finch pretend to be sick?
Finch fakes illness to take a day off and plans to use NZT pills for an adventurous day.
What is NZT and why is it important to Finch?
NZT is a neuro-enhancing drug that Finch uses to boost his problem-solving abilities.
Who is Dean Merrick and why does he visit Finch?
Dean Merrick represents an intelligence agency and visits Finch to request his assistance in a mission.
What is the mission Finch is forced into?
Finch is kidnapped for a black op mission to find Aleksey Basayev, a dangerous individual hiding in the woods.
How does Finch determine Basayev's location?
Finch uses his enhanced abilities to analyze wildlife behavior and deduce Basayev's hunting patterns.
What conflict arises with Finch's team and the CIA?
Finch's team is upset about the CIA's unauthorized use of Finch for a dangerous operation.
What is the real plan for Basayev revealed later in the episode?
The real plan is to sell Basayev for a bounty, not to arrest him as initially believed.
How does Finch try to save Basayev?
Finch attempts to turn the mercenaries against each other and plans to use a distress signal to bring in forest rangers.
What is the outcome of Finch's plan?
Finch's plan leads to a violent confrontation, and he uses his knowledge of poisonous plants to escape.
What is the emotional impact of the mission on Finch?
The mission takes a significant emotional toll on Finch, affecting his psyche.
How does the episode end?
The episode concludes with Finch and Rebecca discussing the emotional aftermath of the mission and planning to watch "Ferris Bueller's Day Off."