Ep 9. Babble On
- TV-14
- August 13, 2001
- 42 min
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7.4 (108)
Johnny Smith is the protagonist of The Dead Zone, a science fiction drama series based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. After surviving a car accident, Johnny develops supernatural abilities which allow him to see glimpses of the future through touch.
In season four, episode nine, Babble On, Johnny uses his powers to help a local church whose congregation has been experiencing a strange phenomenon: they're all speaking in tongues. The church hires Johnny as a consultant, and he soon realizes that the language being spoken is not any known human language, but rather one that was spoken by a tribe of Native Americans who lived in the area centuries ago.
As Johnny investigates the mystery, he discovers that the church's reverend, a wealthy and influential man, has been hiding a secret from his congregation. With the help of his friend Bruce, a former sheriff's deputy, and his assistant Sarah, Johnny pieces together the truth behind the reverend's actions and the bizarre language phenomenon.
Along the way, Johnny's own personal life becomes entangled in the mystery as well. He begins to uncover memories of his own past involving the same Native American tribe and realizes that he may have a much deeper connection to the events than he initially thought.
The episode is full of suspense and intrigue as Johnny and his team race against the clock to unravel the mystery. The climax of the episode involves a high-stakes confrontation between Johnny and the reverend, and the ending leaves the audience on the edge of their seat, wondering what will happen next.
Overall, Babble On is a thrilling and thought-provoking episode that showcases the unique premise and engaging characters of The Dead Zone.