Ep 3. Resurrection

In Penny Dreadful season 1 episode 3, titled "Resurrection," viewers are taken deeper into the mysterious world of Victorian London as our main characters continue to uncover dark secrets and encounter supernatural beings.

The episode opens with Vanessa Ives (Eva Green) attending a séance with Ethan Chandler (Josh Hartnett) and Sir Malcolm Murray (Timothy Dalton). They hope to contact Sir Malcolm's late daughter, but instead, they communicate with a powerful demon who manifests physically and attacks them. This encounter leaves Vanessa shaken and struggling to come to terms with her abilities as a medium.

Meanwhile, Dorian Gray (Reeve Carney) invites Victor Frankenstein (Harry Treadaway) to his lavish mansion, where Victor meets Dorian's friend, Angelique (Jonny Beauchamp). Despite being initially hesitant, Victor finds himself drawn to Angelique and they soon strike up a romance. However, their relationship is threatened by societal norms and Angelique's own secrets.

Back at Sir Malcolm's home, the group is joined by a new member, Sembene (Danny Sapani), a mysterious African man who works as Sir Malcolm's servant. Sembene quickly proves himself to be a valuable asset as he assists them in their quest to find Sir Malcolm's missing daughter, Mina.

Finally, we are reintroduced to Brona Croft (Billie Piper), a sickly young woman whom Ethan has taken a liking to. She is shown to be struggling with her illness and her dire financial situation. However, hope appears in the form of a wealthy suitor, Dorian Gray.

As the episode progresses, plotlines converge and tensions rise. The group’s search for Mina becomes more urgent, while Vanessa, troubled by her encounter with the demon, seeks help from a spiritual mentor. Her search leads her to Madame Kali (Helen McCrory), a mysterious woman who seems to know more about Vanessa than she is letting on.

Meanwhile, Victor's developing relationship with Angelique is threatened by societal prejudices and secrets from Angelique's past. As they struggle to navigate their feelings for each other, Angelique's true nature is revealed, leading to a shocking turn of events.

Overall, "Resurrection" is a riveting episode that continues to build on the dark and mysterious world of Penny Dreadful. With its strong performances, intricate plot threads, and disturbing supernatural elements, it is sure to leave viewers on the edge of their seats.