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The Strain - S04E09 - The Traitor
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The Strain season 4 episode 9

The Traitor

 
An unexpected guest brings old conflicts to the surface, dividing our heroes, threatening the group’s trust. With questionable new intel in hand, they launch a make‐or‐break final assault on the Master.
 
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The Strain / S04E09 : The Traitor
Season 4, Episode 9 | Aired on September 10, 2017 | TV-MA | 44 min. | FX
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EPISODES
Season 4
Season 4
Season 4
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Strain - Episode 1 - The Worm Turns
    Episode 1
    The Worm Turns
  • The Strain - Episode 2 - The Blood Tax
    Episode 2
    The Blood Tax
  • The Strain - Episode 3 - One Shot
    Episode 3
    One Shot
  • The Strain - Episode 4 - New Horizons
    Episode 4
    New Horizons
  • The Strain - Episode 5 - Belly of the Beast
    Episode 5
    Belly of the Beast
  • The Strain - Episode 6 - Tainted Love
    Episode 6
    Tainted Love
  • The Strain - Episode 7 - Ouroboros
    Episode 7
    Ouroboros
  • The Strain - Episode 8 - Extraction
    Episode 8
    Extraction
  • The Strain - Episode 9 - The Traitor
    Episode 9
    The Traitor
  • The Strain - Episode 10 - The Last Stand
    Episode 10
    The Last Stand

The Strain season 4 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Tension mounts as the team discusses the safety of a nuclear bomb intended to defeat the Master. Suspicion surrounds Zack's return, with Ephraim questioning his son's loyalty after a long period under the Master's influence. The group captures Sanjay Desai, interrogating him about his complicity in human exploitation, revealing moral complexities of survival in a dystopian world. Zack admits the Master released him to spy and locate the nuclear bomb. The final showdown looms as they prepare to confront the Master at the Empire State Building, with personal conflicts and doubts intensifying.

Full Episode S04E09 Recap

### Introduction to the Strain's Tense Situation - The team discusses the safety of the nuclear bomb while planning to find their friends. - Roman expresses concern about leaving the bomb unattended. - Quinlan emphasizes the importance of fighting against the Master. ### Plotting Against the Master - The group plans to capture Sanjay Desai to locate the Master. - The Master prepares Zack for an important role, trusting his birthright. - Ephraim Goodweather encounters Zack, who is locked up due to distrust by others. ### Zack's Return and Suspicion - Ephraim and Zack have a tense conversation about trust and past events. - Ephraim remains suspicious of Zack's sudden appearance and intentions. ### Interrogating Sanjay Desai - Sanjay Desai is interrogated about his involvement in human exploitation. - He defends his actions as necessary for survival and societal improvement. - The conversation reveals moral complexities and justifications in a dystopian world. ### Zack's Interrogation and Revelation - Zack shares his experiences with the Master and his conflicting feelings. - He reveals that the Master let him escape to spy and find the location of the nuclear bomb. - Zack's loyalty and truthfulness remain questionable. ### The Team's Dilemma and Strategy - The group struggles with moral choices and the necessity of their violent actions. - They plan to use the nuclear bomb against the Master, with risks and doubts discussed. - The Master's nesting place is revealed to be the Empire State Building. ### Preparing for the Final Confrontation - The team gears up for the final battle, with personal motivations and histories influencing their decisions. - Zack's truthfulness is still debated, with his information about the Master's location being a potential trap. - The episode builds towards an epic showdown at the Empire State Building. ### Ephraim's Confrontation with Zack - Ephraim confronts Zack about his true intentions, suspecting him of betrayal. - Zack reveals that his mother is still alive within the Master, causing further conflict. ### The Final Preparations and Departure - The team finalizes their plan to attack the Master at the Empire State Building. - Personal stakes and emotional turmoil heighten the tension as they depart for the battle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the team concerned about the nuclear bomb's safety?

The bomb is unattended, raising concerns about its security.

What is the group's plan to locate the Master?

They plan to capture Sanjay Desai to find the Master's location.

What role does the Master have for Zack?

Zack is chosen by the Master for an important, yet unspecified role.

Why is Zack locked up by Ephraim and the others?

The group does not trust Zack due to his past with the Master.

What does Sanjay Desai justify during his interrogation?

He justifies his actions as necessary for survival in a dystopian world.

What does Zack reveal about the Master's intentions for him?

The Master let Zack escape to spy and find the nuclear bomb's location.

Where is the Master's nesting place revealed to be?

The Empire State Building.

How does Ephraim react to Zack's return?

He is suspicious and confronts Zack about his true intentions.

What significant revelation does Zack make about his mother?

He reveals that his mother is still alive within the Master.

What is the team's final plan for confronting the Master?

To attack the Master at the Empire State Building with the nuclear bomb.

 
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