Torchwood season 4 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Oswald Danes, a notorious criminal, faces execution in Kentucky but survives due to a global event dubbed Miracle Day, where no one dies. The CIA investigates the mysterious Torchwood in relation to this phenomenon. Rex Matheson, a CIA agent, gets critically injured but also doesn't die. In Wales, former Torchwood member Gwen Cooper lives in hiding with her family until she and Jack Harkness are targeted due to their past with Torchwood. As the world grapples with the implications of no deaths, Rex extradites Gwen and Jack to the U.S., revealing a deeply al
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nature of Oswald Danes' crime?
He was convicted of the rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl.
How does the public view Oswald Danes' execution?
The public is largely indifferent or supportive due to the nature of his crime.
What mysterious term is being investigated by the CIA?
Torchwood.
What happens during Miracle Day?
People worldwide stop dying, regardless of injuries or health conditions.
How does the medical community react to Miracle Day?
They are confused and struggle to explain the phenomenon.
Who is Gwen Cooper and what is her current situation?
A former Torchwood member living in seclusion with her family in a remote Welsh cottage.
What is Rex Matheson's role in the episode?
A CIA agent critically injured in an accident, who becomes personally involved in investigating Torchwood.
What legal argument does Oswald Danes use to gain his release?
He claims his execution was carried out and demands release due to the Miracle Day phenomenon.
How does Jack Harkness change during Miracle Day?
He becomes mortal, with his wounds no longer healing instantly.
What happens to the Torchwood team at the end of the episode?
They are extradited to the United States by Rex Matheson under special legal amendments.