Frequency season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
A detective grapples with the complex legacy of their father, an NYPD officer who died under murky circumstances. After discovering an old ham radio, they inexplicably communicate with someone they believe to be their deceased father. This surreal experience leads them to re-examine an old sting operation linked to their father's death. The reality shifts dramatically, revealing that their father lived longer than remembered, but their mother was a victim of a serial killer they are investigating. Confused and desperate, the detective seeks answers through the radio, confronting a reality where past and present intertwine.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the protagonist's father?
The protagonist's father was an undercover NYPD officer who died under mysterious circumstances.
What happened to the protagonist's father?
He was found dead in the East River after being deep undercover, raising questions about his true allegiances.
How does the protagonist feel about their father?
The protagonist has mixed feelings, including hate and confusion, due to their father's actions and mysterious death.
What unusual experience does the protagonist have?
The protagonist communicates with someone they believe to be their deceased father through a ham radio during a thunderstorm.
What is the protagonist's profession?
The protagonist is a detective.
What old case is the protagonist investigating?
The protagonist investigates an old sting operation that happened on the night of their father's death.
Who is Chester Lee?
Chester Lee is a former officer who the protagonist confronts about the sting operation on the night of their father's death.
What significant change occurs in the protagonist's reality?
In the new timeline, the protagonist's father didn't die as previously remembered but instead died in a car accident years later.
How does the changed reality affect the protagonist?
The protagonist struggles with memories of two different timelines and the emotional impact of these changes.
What shocking discovery does the protagonist make about their mother?
The protagonist learns that their mother was a victim of the Nightingale Killer, a case they were investigating.
What does the protagonist do in response to the altered reality?
The protagonist tries to use the ham radio again to communicate with their father, hoping to understand and change the events.
How does the scene end?
The scene ends with the protagonist reaching out through the radio, symbolizing their attempt to make sense of the changed reality.