Believe Season 1 Episode 3 Origin
- TV-PG
- March 23, 2014
- 50 min
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7.9 (368)
Believe season 1 episode 3, titled "Origin," centers around Bo and her new companions as they struggle to evade both the authorities and Skouras's agents who are relentlessly pursuing them. In this episode, we get our first glimpse into Bo's past, learning about her early life before she was brought to Manhattan, and the sacrifices her father made to keep her safe.
As Tate, Bo, and Channing try to find a safe place to hide, they stumble upon a rural shelter where a woman named Alex takes them in. However, they soon discover that the shelter is being targeted by a group of drug dealers who are willing to do anything to get their hands on the shelter's resident doctor's stockpile of drugs. In the process, they also learn that Bo has a unique ability to sense the fear and pain of others, which she uses to help Alex and the residents of the shelter.
Meanwhile, Skouras and his team continue to search for Bo, and in a surprising twist, we learn that he has a personal attachment to her that goes beyond his desire to harness her powers. As his obsession with Bo deepens, we see another side of Skouras, one that is willing to break the law and go to extreme lengths to achieve his goals.
In "Origin," we see the growing bond between Bo, Tate, and Channing as they navigate dangerous situations together. We also get a glimpse into Bo's abilities and the extent to which they can be used to help others. The episode also delves into the theme of sacrifice, as we learn more about the sacrifices Bo's father made to keep her safe and how those sacrifices continue to impact her life.
As the third episode of the season, "Origin" sets up the overarching plot of the series, which revolves around Bo's powers and the ongoing struggle for control over them. It also introduces new characters and expands upon the relationships established in the previous episodes. The tension and suspense continue to build as the main characters face new challenges and threats, and viewers are left wondering what will happen next.
In conclusion, "Origin" is a compelling episode of Believe that further develops the characters and plot, while introducing new themes and elements that keep viewers engaged. With strong performances from the cast and a well-crafted story, it is a standout episode in the first season of the series.