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God Friended Me - S01E09 - King's Gambit
 

God Friended Me season 1 episode 9

King's Gambit

 
The team reunites with private detective Ray Nicolette when Miles is sent a friend suggestion for a chess star who vanished after losing a huge match to his rival 10 years ago.
 
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God Friended Me / S01E09 : King's Gambit
Season 1, Episode 9 | Aired on November 25, 2018 | TV-PG | 45 min. | CBS
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EPISODES
Season 1
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Season 2
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  • God Friended Me - Episode 1 - Pilot
    Episode 1
    Pilot
  • God Friended Me - Episode 2 - The Good Samaritan
    Episode 2
    The Good Samaritan
  • God Friended Me - Episode 3 - Heavenly Taco Truck
    Episode 3
    Heavenly Taco Truck
  • God Friended Me - Episode 4 - Error Code 1.61
    Episode 4
    Error Code 1.61
  • God Friended Me - Episode 5 - Unfriended
    Episode 5
    Unfriended
  • God Friended Me - Episode 6 - A House Divided
    Episode 6
    A House Divided
  • God Friended Me - Episode 7 - The Prodigal Son
    Episode 7
    The Prodigal Son
  • God Friended Me - Episode 8 - Matthew 621
    Episode 8
    Matthew 621
  • God Friended Me - Episode 9 - King's Gambit
    Episode 9
    King's Gambit
  • God Friended Me - Episode 10 - Coney Island Cyclone
    Episode 10
    Coney Island Cyclone
  • God Friended Me - Episode 11 - 17 Years
    Episode 11
    17 Years
  • God Friended Me - Episode 12 - Ready Player Two
    Episode 12
    Ready Player Two
  • God Friended Me - Episode 13 - Miracle on 123rd Street
    Episode 13
    Miracle on 123rd Street
  • God Friended Me - Episode 14 - The Trouble with the Curve
    Episode 14
    The Trouble with the Curve
  • God Friended Me - Episode 15 - Two Guys, a Girl, and a Thai Food Place
    Episode 15
    Two Guys, a Girl, and a Thai Food Place
  • God Friended Me - Episode 16 - Scenes From an Italian Restaurant
    Episode 16
    Scenes From an Italian Restaurant
  • God Friended Me - Episode 17 - The Dragon Slayer
    Episode 17
    The Dragon Slayer
  • God Friended Me - Episode 18 - Return to Sender
    Episode 18
    Return to Sender
  • God Friended Me - Episode 19 - The Road to Damascus
    Episode 19
    The Road to Damascus
  • God Friended Me - Episode 20 - Que Sera Sera
    Episode 20
    Que Sera Sera

God Friended Me season 1 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In this episode, the characters grapple with personal dilemmas and their involvement with the enigmatic God Account. Miles balances his life with Cara and his God Account duties, while also exploring a potential relationship with Nia. The team investigates a new Friend Suggestion, legendary chess player Graham Hastings, leading to a reunion with private investigator Ray Nicolette. The episode delves into Graham's past, revealing his loss of love for chess after a critical defeat. Eventually, Graham confronts his old friend and rival, Aleksander Leff, leading to a resolution and Graham agreeing to teach chess to Aleksander's daughter. The episode concludes with a significant lead on the identity of Falken, the suspected mastermind behind the God Account.

Full Episode S01E09 Recap

### Scene 1: Discussing Personal Lives and the God Account - A conversation about personal lives and the God Account unfolds, highlighting the characters' different worlds and their involvement with the mysterious God Account. - Miles is shown balancing his personal life with Cara and his God Account activities. - Nia, a DJ and friend of Miles, discusses her agnostic beliefs on Miles' podcast, "The Millennial Prophet," leading to a debate about the pursuit of truth and the impact of finding the person behind the God Account. ### Scene 2: The Search for Falken - The focus shifts to the search for a legendary coder named Falken, an urban legend in the coding world. - Miles, Lucy, and Rakesh speculate about Falken's identity and motives, considering the possibility of him being behind the God Account. - Rakesh is determined to uncover Falken's identity, displaying his resilience against intimidation. ### Scene 3: Graham Hastings and the Chess Mystery - The team receives a new Friend Suggestion from the God Account: Graham Hastings, a reclusive chess legend. - Cara, dealing with her feelings about Miles, is assigned a story about Graham Hastings, which intersects with the God Account's suggestion. - A quest to find Graham Hastings begins, with Ray Nicolette, a private investigator, also searching for him. ### Scene 4: Reconnecting with the Past and Personal Reflections - Miles and Cara engage in personal reflections and face their unresolved feelings. - Arthur Finer, Miles' father, reconnects with his love for music and discusses the changes he's seen in Miles, attributing them to the influence of the God Account. - Cara contemplates her relationship with Eli and her feelings for Miles, receiving advice about seeking 'great' over 'good' in relationships. ### Scene 5: The Revelation about Aleksander Leff and Graham Hastings - The team discovers that Aleksander Leff, a former chess rival of Graham's, hired Ray to find Graham before his imminent death. - A deeper exploration into Graham Hastings' disappearance reveals his loss of passion for chess after a devastating defeat. - Graham agrees to meet Aleksander, hinting at a potential reconciliation. ### Scene 6: The Meeting and Closure - Graham and Aleksander meet, leading to a revelation about their last chess match and its impact on their lives. - Despite initial reluctance, Graham finds closure and agrees to teach chess to Aleksander's daughter, Annabelle. - The episode ends with Graham providing a vital clue about Falken's real identity, revealing it as Henry Chase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Ray Nicolette?

Ray Nicolette is a private investigator.

What is the God Account?

The God Account is a mysterious entity that sends friend suggestions to the main characters, directing them to people who need help.

Who is Falken?

Falken is a genius coder and an urban legend in the coding world, speculated to be behind the God Account.

Who is Graham Hastings?

Graham Hastings is a legendary Harlem chess player who disappeared from the public eye ten years ago.

What is the relationship between Miles and Cara?

Miles and Cara share a complex relationship, with Cara currently dating someone else, but there are unresolved feelings between them.

What is the Millennial Prophet?

The Millennial Prophet is a podcast hosted by Miles.

What is the nature of Nia's beliefs discussed on the podcast?

Nia discusses her agnostic beliefs, emphasizing keeping an open mind and enjoying the mystery of life.

Who is Aleksander Leff?

Aleksander Leff is a former chess rival and friend of Graham Hastings.

Why did Graham Hastings disappear?

Graham Hastings lost his passion for chess and his self-confidence after a defeat, leading him to walk away from the game.

How do the characters plan to find Graham Hastings?

The characters follow leads from the God Account and work with Ray Nicolette to track down Graham Hastings.

What advice does Ray give to Cara about relationships?

Ray advises Cara to seek a 'great' relationship that is truly fulfilling, rather than settling for 'good'.

How does the episode resolve the issue with Graham Hastings?

Graham meets with Aleksander Leff, leading to revelations and closure about their past, and Graham agrees to teach chess to Aleksander's daughter.

What information is revealed about Falken?

Graham Hastings reveals that Falken's real name is Henry Chase.

How does Miles' father, Arthur, view the God Account?

Arthur is initially skeptical about the God Account but shows interest in learning more about it.

What is the significance of the chess game at the end?

The chess game symbolizes the passing down of knowledge and passion, as well as the potential for new beginnings and mended relationships.

 
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