Future Man season 2 episode 11 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Future Man," Earth faces extinction, leading to the creation of MARS, a virtual alternative. Stu, envisioning MARS as humanity's salvation, is met with resistance and betrayal, including from Achilles, Wolf, and Joosh. The Pointed Circle opposes Stu's plans, leading to a climactic confrontation. Inside Stu's facility, tensions arise over who'll be first on MARS. Stu discovers a vulnerability linked to his fear of Joosh and decides to patch it. The NAG people, led by Pump, rally against Stu, who, in anger, releases kill-bots against humanity, escalating the conflict dramatically.
Full Episode S02E11 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MARS in "Future Man"?
MARS stands for Mankind's Automated Reality System, a virtual reality alternative to a dying Earth.
Who is Stu in "Future Man"?
Stu is a character who sees humanity as a problem and creates MARS as a solution.
What does the Span-quilizer do?
The Span-quilizer is a serum that causes a person to temporarily speak only high Castilian Spanish.
Who betrays the main characters in "Future Man"?
Wolf and Joosh betray their allies, as does Ty-Anne.
What is the Pointed Circle in "Future Man"?
The Pointed Circle is a group opposing Stu's plans for MARS.
How do the characters plan to infiltrate Stu's base?
They plan to use blind spots in surveillance and beat the facial recognition scanner to access the upload machine.
What is the fate of human bodies after uploading to MARS?
The bodies are tastefully incinerated after the consciousness is uploaded to MARS.
Who is Jimmy McGurgan?
Jimmy McGurgan is a character excited about the MARS launch, insisting on being the first to go.
What vulnerability does Stu discover in his system?
Stu discovers a fear of Joosh Futturman coded into his system, which he plans to patch.
What is the NAG in "Future Man"?
The NAG, or New Above Ground, is a group of people living on Earth's surface and resisting Stu's plan.
What triggers Stu to release kill-bots?
Stu releases kill-bots in response to the resistance and disruption of his launch plan.
Who is Achilles in "Future Man"?
Achilles is a new character who confronts Stu about his plans for MARS.
What happens to Stu's plan for MARS?
Stu's plan is disrupted by the resistance, leading to his enraged reaction and release of kill-bots.
What role does Ty-Anne play in "Future Man"?
Ty-Anne betrays some characters and uses the Span-quilizer on an individual, causing a temporary language shift.