Inside No. 9 Season 4 Episode 1
Inside No. 9
Season 4

Ep 1. Zanzibar

  • January 2, 2018
  • 29 min
  • 8.1  (2,032)

Inside No. 9 is a British anthology series that brings a unique blend of horror, comedy, and drama to each episode. Each installment takes place inside a different setting, from a hotel room to a game show set, and follows a new set of characters with their own unique story.

Season 4 kicks off with the episode titled "Zanzibar." The premise of the episode centers around a group of people attending a silent-disco on a rooftop bar in London. The setting is ripe for tension as the characters must communicate with each other using only gestures and dance moves due to the nature of the event.

The episode begins with a man named Arthur looking out over the skyline of London as he waits for his date to arrive. When she finally shows up, it becomes clear that their relationship is not as strong as Arthur would have hoped. As they make small talk, the other attendees of the silent-disco begin to arrive. Among them are a group of friends celebrating a birthday, a couple having relationship problems, and a man who seems to be stalking a woman.

As the night goes on, tensions rise between the characters. There are misunderstandings caused by the inability to communicate with words, mixed signals, and awkward situations. Each character brings their own baggage to the event, and the pressure of the silent-disco only exacerbates their problems.

The episode is told in a non-linear fashion, jumping back and forth between different times throughout the night. This creates a sense of unease as we see glimpses of what is to come. It also allows us to see how events build on each other and how each character's actions affect the others.

As the night wears on, strange things begin to happen. A power outage leaves the party-goers in complete darkness, leading to chaos and confusion. It is during this blackout that Arthur finds himself in a precarious situation, and the other attendees are forced to band together in order to save him.

"Zanzibar" is a tense, character-driven episode that showcases the talent of the show's creators and its cast. The use of the silent-disco setting adds a new layer to the tension, as the inability to communicate properly heightens the drama. The episode is masterfully crafted, with each scene building on the last until the shocking conclusion.

Overall, "Zanzibar" is a fantastic start to Inside No. 9's fourth season. It balances humor, horror, and drama in a way that only this show can. It sets the bar high for the rest of the season and leaves the audience eager to see what's in store next.

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Inside No. 9, Season 4 Episode 1, is available to watch and stream on BBC TWO. You can also buy, rent Inside No. 9 on demand at Apple TV Channels, Amazon Prime, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    January 2, 2018
  • Runtime
    29 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (2,032)