Red Dwarf season 11 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Rimmer discovers a personality tuck machine, contemplating self-improvement. Meanwhile, Lister accidentally steers the ship off course, leading them through a dangerous asteroid belt. They encounter and board a doomed ship, saving a cat-like creature who is actually a Polymorph. The Polymorph impregnates Cat with eggs, which hatch into various forms. Lister, stripped of emotions to hunt the Polymorphs, struggles to identify the real crew members. After a series of confrontations, they manage to resolve the situation, with Lister and Cat reflecting on the bizarre events.
Full Episode S11E06 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the personality tuck machine found by Rimmer?
It's a device that can modify or sculpt personality traits.
What improvements does Kryten suggest for Rimmer's personality?
Kryten suggests improvements for Rimmer's pomposity, self-importance, and cowardice.
How does the crew end up off course?
Lister falls asleep while piloting, leading to a navigational error.
What is the crew's plan when encountering the asteroid belt?
They consider taking a shortcut through the asteroid belt, despite it being inhabited by Vampire GELFs.
What is the nature of the ship heading towards the black hole?
It's a transport ship with a Mercenoid and a prisoner on a death dive into a black hole.
Who is the prisoner found on the ship?
The prisoner is a cat-like creature that claims all possessions upon being freed.
What is revealed about the cat-like prisoner?
Kryten reveals that it is actually a Polymorph carrying eggs.
What happens to Cat after encountering the Polymorph?
Cat is impregnated with Polymorph eggs.
How many Polymorph eggs are inside Cat?
There are eight Polymorph eggs inside Cat.
What form do the hatched Polymorphs take?
The hatched Polymorphs assume the shapes of various household objects and animals.
What is Lister's role in eliminating the Polymorphs?
Lister undergoes a personality tuck to remove his emotions, enabling him to hunt the Polymorphs undetected.
How does the crew plan to identify the real members from Polymorphs?
They decide to use X-rays to determine who is real and who is a Polymorph.
What is the outcome of Lister's talk with Cat?
Lister tries to comfort Cat about his potential virgin status, which Cat denies, maintaining his usual confident demeanor.
