Limitless season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Brian Finch, a man with a history of failures, discovers NZT, a drug that enhances brain function. He uses it to impressively complete a filing task at Manchester-Reid Bancorp and even diagnoses his father's rare illness, hemochromatosis. The drug's downside leads him into trouble when his friend Eli, who introduced him to NZT, is found dead. Brian is forced to navigate a series of dangerous situations, ultimately partnering with FBI agent Rebecca Harris. He exposes Adam Honeycutt as the murderer of NZT users and strikes a deal with the FBI to work for them in exchange for a liver transplant for his ailing father.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Brian Finch?
Brian Finch is the main character, known for his series of personal failures and dreams of greatness.
What is NZT?
NZT is a cognitive-enhancing drug that significantly boosts brain function.
What health issue does Brian's dad have?
Brian's dad suffers from hemochromatosis, a condition Brian diagnoses using his enhanced abilities on NZT.
How does Brian initially use his enhanced abilities?
Brian uses NZT to complete a complex filing task at Manchester-Reid Bancorp and gives career and personal advice to a colleague.
Who is Eli?
Eli is Brian's old friend who introduces him to NZT.
What happens to Eli?
Eli is found dead, leading Brian to investigate other NZT users at the bank.
Who is Adam Honeycutt?
Adam Honeycutt is a character who kills NZT users to hoard the pills for himself.
What deal does Brian make with the FBI?
Brian agrees to work with the FBI in exchange for securing a liver transplant for his father.
What role does Rebecca Harris play in the episode?
Rebecca Harris is an FBI agent who forms a partnership with Brian to solve the NZT-related murders.
How does Brian prove his innocence?
Brian provides evidence and information to Rebecca that leads to the exposure of Adam Honeycutt's crimes.
What does Brian's family think of his sudden medical expertise?
Brian's family is skeptical and finds it hard to believe his sudden medical knowledge.
Why does Brian need more NZT?
Brian seeks more NZT to help his father and to prove his innocence in the murder of Eli.
What condition does Brian set for his cooperation with the FBI?
Brian's condition for cooperation is that the FBI must help his father get a liver transplant.
How does Brian's relationship with his father evolve in the episode?
The episode shows a deepening of the bond between Brian and his father, especially after Brian's diagnosis and deal with the FBI.
What is the main focus of the episode?
The main focus is on Brian's discovery of NZT, its effects, and how it leads him into a complex situation involving the FBI and his family.
