Creepshow season 2 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a gripping episode, Major Toomey and the crew of Space Station Ocula face a crisis when a mysterious object, later revealed as an alien probe, threatens a collision. The situation escalates as Houston informs them of an alien race, the Gorangi, and changes their mission to first contact. Tensions rise between Toomey and Major Ted Lockwood over legacy and recognition. The twist comes when Toomey, not Lockwood, is transported for the first contact, leading to disastrous consequences: Earth's moon collides with the planet, spelling doom for humanity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Major Toomey?
Major Toomey is a character on Space Station Ocula, part of the crew involved in a gravity well test.
What is the gravity well test on Ocula?
The gravity well test on Ocula is an experiment involving a device that creates gravity waves to eliminate weightlessness in space.
Did Ocula encounter any problems during the test?
Yes, Ocula encountered a mysterious object on a collision course during the gravity well test.
Who is Ted Lockwood?
Ted Lockwood is a major character, known as the mastermind behind the gravity wave technology on Space Station Ocula.
What is the significance of the alien object encountered by Ocula?
The alien object signifies the first contact with an alien race and leads to a mission change for the crew of Ocula.
How does Major Lockwood contribute to the mission?
Major Lockwood is initially chosen for the first contact mission due to his role in the gravity wave technology.
What personal issues does Captain Alex Toomey face?
Captain Alex Toomey struggles with feelings of being overshadowed by his father's legacy and not being chosen for the first contact mission.
What happens during the first contact mission?
During the first contact mission, Toomey unintentionally ends up being the one to make contact with the alien race.
What is revealed about Ambassador Seven?
Ambassador Seven is revealed to be an alien from the Gorangi race, sent to assess humanity.
What tragic outcome occurs due to the mission?
The tragic outcome is the Moon being set on a collision course with Earth due to Toomey's actions.
Who are the Gorangi?
The Gorangi are an alien race that has been in communication with Earth's government.
What was the original purpose of the Gorangi's communication with Earth?
The Gorangi's communication with Earth was to assess humanity's worth and potential for peaceful coexistence.
What impact does Toomey's action have on Earth?
Toomey's actions lead to a catastrophic event where the Moon collides with Earth.
How does the story of Space Station Ocula conclude?
The story concludes with the tragic destruction of Earth following the Moon's collision.
What is the role of the news broadcast in the story?
The news broadcast serves to publicize the first contact and the subsequent catastrophic events to the public on Earth.