Ep 3. Road Not Taken

The show Highlander explores the life of an immortal named Duncan MacLeod, who lives in modern-day Paris as a respected antique dealer. The episode titled "Road Not Taken" follows Duncan as he is reunited with an old flame, Debra Campbell, who he believed was dead. However, Debra is now married to Duncan's old friend, Charlie DeSalvo, causing friction and confusion.

The episode begins with Duncan receiving a mysterious phone call from someone claiming to be Debra. He is shocked as he believed she died years ago. Debra requests to meet Duncan at a cemetery, and when they meet, Duncan is overjoyed to see her. However, Debra reveals that she faked her own death because she was in danger and needed to disappear. She is now married to Duncan's old friend, Charlie, and wants Duncan's help to keep her safe from her past.

Charlie is initially hesitant to trust Duncan and accuses him of having feelings for his wife. However, throughout the episode, Charlie and Duncan rekindle their friendship as they work together to keep Debra safe. They discover that Debra's past is catching up with her and that she needs to leave the city. Duncan offers to help Debra escape, but she ultimately decides to stay with Charlie.

As they deal with Debra's situation, the three friends confront their past and present choices. Duncan must confront his feelings for Debra and accept that she has moved on. Charlie must come to terms with the fact that his wife kept such a significant secret from him. Meanwhile, Debra must decide whether to continue living in fear or take a chance on a new life.

The episode is filled with flashbacks that show Duncan's past relationships and how he struggled to accept his immortality. These flashbacks provide insight into Duncan's character and motivations. They also highlight the theme of the episode, which is about the choices we make and their consequences.

"Road Not Taken" is an excellent episode that showcases the central character's emotions and relationships while also maintaining the action-packed narrative. It explores the idea that even though immortals are gifted with eternal life, they still must face the same challenges as mortals. The episode ends with Duncan, Charlie, and Debra going their separate ways. It is clear that they have all been affected by the events of the episode and that they will carry the consequences of their choices with them.