Barracuda Season 1 Episode 2

Barracuda Season 1 Episode 2 Episode 2

  • May 8, 2017
  • 57 min
  • 8.5  (56)

Barracuda season 1 episode 2, titled "Episode 2," is a continuation of the Australian TV miniseries that airs on ABC. The show is a four-part series that follows the life of a young swimmer from a working-class family who aspires to make it big in the swimming world.

In this episode, we see Danny (our protagonist) joining the swim team at the prestigious local high school. Despite some initial resistance from the team members, Danny manages to earn their respect through his hard work and dedication. Things start to look up for him as he begins to improve his performance in the pool and catches the attention of the coach, Frank Torma.

However, Danny's home life becomes a challenge as his father spirals deeper into alcoholism and becomes increasingly abusive towards him and his mother. Danny's dreams of swimming at the national level begin to seem farther out of reach as his family issues weigh him down.

As the episode progresses, we see Danny struggle to balance his training with his responsibilities at home. Frank, recognizing Danny's potential, steps in to offer him guidance and support. Meanwhile, Danny's father's behavior becomes more erratic, and his mother's attempt to get a restraining order fails.

Danny is forced to make sacrifices as he continues to train for upcoming swim meets amidst his family troubles. He finds solace in his changing relationship with teammate Martin, who initially resents him but eventually offers him a helping hand.

As the episode closes, Danny's hard work pays off as he makes his debut in a big swim meet, swimming in the relay team. We see him finally reaching his potential and feeling like he's on the right track to achieve his dreams. However, his family troubles continue to weigh him down, and we are left wondering if he'll be able to overcome them and make it to the top.

Overall, "Barracuda" season 1 episode 2 is a well-crafted episode that furthers the story of its protagonist while introducing new challenges and conflicts. The show's focus on the world of competitive swimming adds an interesting layer to the series and helps to keep the audience engaged. The acting is solid across the board, and the production values are top-notch. Fans of drama and sports should definitely give this show a try.

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Description
  • First Aired
    May 8, 2017
  • Runtime
    57 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (56)