Ep 1. Two-Headed Bearded Dragon Birthday

In the first episode of Freakshow season 1 titled "Two-Headed Bearded Dragon Birthday," we are introduced to Venice Beach's titular Freakshow - a family-run sideshow that specializes in showcasing the extraordinary, the weird, and the bizarre to folks who seek something outside of the ordinary. This episode features the birthday of their two-headed bearded dragon that the patrons come to see.

The show revolves around Todd Ray, the owner of the show, and his family, who are all performers themselves. He believes that everyone is unique and that everyone has an ability or talent that makes them special in their unique way. Todd’s family comprises of his wife Danielle, and children Phoenix and Asia. They are all heavily involved in the Freakshow and take pride in their work.

As the episode begins, we see Todd and his family preparing for the birthday celebration of their beloved two-headed bearded dragon. The family is shown to share a close bond and they all work together with enthusiasm and dedication to make the event a success. But things get complicated when they learn that the cake they have ordered for the dragon’s birthday has gone missing. Todd, being the resourceful person he is, comes up with an alternative plan. They make another cake out of reptile food, and surprisingly, the bearded dragon loves it.

Apart from the two-headed bearded dragon, we are also introduced to some of the other members of the Freakshow family, including George the Giant, who weighs over 550 pounds, and Asia, who has a rare condition called Sturge-Weber syndrome that causes her to have large and dark birthmarks on her face. The show highlights how each member of the family has their own challenges, but they embrace their uniqueness and showcase it on the stage.

Throughout the episode, we also witness some of the performances that take place at the Freakshow, including the sword-swallowing act by Morgue, who swallows multiple swords at the same time. We also see the act by the world’s shortest woman, Jyoti Amge, who at only 24 inches tall, is the smallest person in the world. These performances are both thrilling and nerve-wracking, and keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

As the show progresses, we get to know more about Todd and his vision for the Freakshow. He shares his belief that everyone has something special, and that if people would embrace their uniqueness, the world would be a more accepting and inclusive place. In Todd's own words, "Freaks are people who dare to be different. It’s about being comfortable in your own skin and really owning it."

The show also highlights some of the challenges that the Freakshow faces. We see Todd and his family struggling to keep the show running amidst the financial difficulties. However, their love and passion for the show keeps them going, and they make sure that each performance is better than the last.

Overall, Freakshow is an engaging and thought-provoking show that challenges us to embrace our differences and celebrate our individuality. It showcases the remarkable talents of some of the most extraordinary people in the world, and leaves the viewers in awe. The first episode of season 1, "Two-Headed Bearded Dragon Birthday," sets the tone for the entire series, portraying the Freakshow as a place for all who dare to be different.