Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell Season 1 Episode 3

Ep 3. The Education Of A Magician

  • TV-14
  • May 31, 2015
  • 59 min
  • 8.3  (425)

The Education Of A Magician is the third episode of season 1 of Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell. Set in 19th century England, the show follows the reemergence of magic in a society that has long since forgotten its existence. In this episode, Jonathan Strange, a new and eager magician, begins his tutelage under Mr Norrell, an established but cautious practitioner of magic.

The episode begins with Strange arriving at Norrell's estate, Hurtfew Abbey, where he is greeted coldly by the master magician. Nevertheless, Strange is eager to begin his education and is willing to abide by Norrell's strict rules and guidelines. Norrell, on the other hand, is hesitant to teach Strange too much too quickly, fearing that he will misuse the power of magic and bring harm to himself and others.

As the episode progresses, we see Strange's frustration with Norrell's slow and methodical teaching style. He is eager to experiment and explore the limits of magic, while Norrell insists on sticking to the tried and true spells and incantations that have been passed down through generations of magicians. However, when Strange discovers an ancient and powerful spell hidden in Norrell's library, he begins to question his mentor's methods and motives.

Meanwhile, we are introduced to another character, Lady Pole, who has been the victim of a dark and mysterious spell cast by a fairy. Lady Pole's condition worsens with each passing day, and her husband, Sir Walter Pole, is desperate to find a way to break the curse. He turns to Norrell for help, but Norrell is hesitant to involve himself in fairy magic, which he considers dangerous and unpredictable. However, as the situation becomes more dire, Norrell reluctantly agrees to help Sir Walter, setting into motion a series of events that will have unforeseen consequences for all involved.

As the episode comes to a close, we see Strange growing increasingly dissatisfied with Norrell's teachings and turning to other sources for inspiration. He discovers the writings of a long-dead magician, Vinculus, who claims to have foreseen the rise of a great magician who will restore magic to England. Strange becomes obsessed with this prophecy, convinced that he is the one who will fulfill it. However, as he delves deeper into Vinculus's teachings, he begins to realize that his own fate may be more closely tied to Norrell's than he initially believed.

The Education Of A Magician is an intriguing and thought-provoking episode that delves deeper into the complex relationship between Strange and Norrell. It highlights the tension between tradition and innovation, caution and recklessness, and sets the stage for the events that will unfold in the episodes to come.

Description
Watch Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell - The Education Of A Magician (s1 e3) Online - Watch online anytime: Buy, Rent
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, Season 1 Episode 3, is available to watch and stream on BBC one. You can also buy, rent Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell on demand at Google Play online.
  • First Aired
    May 31, 2015
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    59 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (425)