Ep 6. The Hourglass

The Hourglass is the sixth episode of the second season of NOS4A2. The series is based on the novel of the same name by Joe Hill. The show follows Victoria "Vic" McQueen, a young woman with the ability to find lost things by using a supernatural bridge called the Shorter Way. Vic is also being hunted by Charlie Manx, a vampire-like creature who feeds on the souls of children and then deposits them in a place called Christmasland, a twisted amusement park where it is always Christmas.

In The Hourglass, Vic continues her quest to stop Charlie Manx and free the children from Christmasland. She turns to unconventional methods to gain information about Manx, including seeking out a man named Wraith, who is reported to have come back from the dead. Wraith is a strange and enigmatic figure who seems to know more about Manx than he lets on.

Meanwhile, Manx is reeling from a setback in his plans. His prized possession, a 1938 Rolls-Royce Wraith that he uses to transport children to Christmasland, has been destroyed. As he tries to find a replacement car, he begins to realize that he is not as invincible as he once thought. The destruction of the Wraith has weakened him, and he starts to experience a sense of mortality that he has never felt before.

As the episode progresses, both Vic and Manx make surprising alliances. Vic finds an unexpected ally in her neighbor Maggie, who has her own supernatural abilities. Maggie has the ability to draw the future on tiles and is determined to use her powers to help Vic. Together, they embark on a dangerous mission to find a way to defeat Manx once and for all.

Manx, on the other hand, finds an unusual ally in a young girl named Haley. Haley is a runaway who is hiding out in a motel room. When Manx checks into the same motel, Haley sees something in him that no one else can. She sees through his facade of charm and realizes that he is a monster. Despite this, Haley decides to help Manx in his time of need, and the two form a strange bond.

The Hourglass is a gripping episode that sets the stage for the final act of the season. As Vic and Manx both make their moves, the tension builds to a fever pitch. The episode is filled with twists and turns, and it leaves the audience on the edge of their seats. The performances are top-notch, with especially strong work from Ashleigh Cummings, who plays Vic, and Zachary Quinto, who plays Manx.

Overall, The Hourglass is a standout episode in the second season of NOS4A2. It is a thrilling and emotional ride that will leave viewers eager to see what happens next. Whether you are a fan of the book series or a newcomer to the show, this episode is not to be missed.