The New Outer Limits Season 1 Episode 3 In the Zone
- TV-NR
- January 24, 1997
- 44 min
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6.3 (253)
In the Zone is the third episode of season 1 of The New Outer Limits. This science fiction series returns with a tale of a young girl named Erin. Erin has a strange illness called hypo-sensory neuralgia, which causes her to feel no pain or even temperature. Her parents are desperate to cure her disease but nothing seems to work. However, a mysterious man named Jamaal approaches them with a unique offer. He claims that he has a way to cure Erin's illness. For that, he needs to take her into a room called "The Zone."
The Zone is a strange and eerie place where people can experience different realities. It is a place where physics as we know it does not apply. Jamaal claims that inside The Zone, Erin can find a cure for her illness. He says that Erin will be safe, and he will protect her from any danger. Gavin, Erin's father, is initially hesitant, but seeing no other options, he agrees to let Jamaal take Erin into The Zone.
Once inside The Zone, Erin realizes that it's not just another room but a whole new universe. The architecture of The Zone is completely different from anything Erin has ever seen. The Zone is a place where time moves differently, and the laws of physics are entirely different.
As Erin explores The Zone, she comes across a strange entity that takes the shape of different objects and creatures. Jamaal says that this entity is the "Guardian" of The Zone, and it's trying to communicate with Erin.
Erin realizes that the entity is telling her about different universes, including the one she's from. It tells her about the existence of parallel universes and how every decision we make creates different outcomes. The Guardian says that Erin's illness is a result of a decision that her parents made in a parallel universe. This decision resulted in them having a child who is immune to pain and temperature.
Erin feels overwhelmed by all this information. However, she realizes that the Guardian is trying to help her. She asks the Guardian if there is a cure for her illness. The Guardian tells her that there is no cure, but she can learn to control her senses and use them to her advantage.
Jamaal re-enters The Zone to bring Erin back to the real world. However, Erin is hesitant to leave The Zone. She feels like she's finally found a place where she belongs. Jamaal assures her that she can come back to The Zone anytime she wants. Gavin is relieved to see Erin back, and he expresses his gratitude to Jamaal for helping Erin.
In the end, Erin realizes that she doesn't need a cure for her illness. She can use her unique abilities to help people. She decides to become a doctor and use her painless abilities to help patients who are in pain.
In the Zone is a thought-provoking episode that explores the concept of parallel universes and the power of the mind. It's an engaging story that keeps you hooked till the end. The strange and eerie atmosphere of The Zone adds to the otherworldly feel of the episode. Overall, it's an excellent addition to The New Outer Limits series, and it will leave you wanting more.