The Rain Season 2 Episode 1 Episode 01
- May 17, 2019
The Rain season 2 episode 1, named Episode 01, picks up six months after the events of the season one finale. The episode opens with a hallucination sequence, experienced by Simone, of her and her brother Rasmus playing on the beach. This sequence is interrupted by a fellow survivor, Jean, shouting that something is happening outside.
Simone and Rasmus leave their barricaded shelter to investigate the noise and find a group of survivors, led by a man named Martin, in a truck. Martin explains that the survivors are on a mission to find a cure for the virus and that they need Rasmus' help. However, Simone is hesitant to trust Martin and his group.
Meanwhile, a flashback shows how Apollon, the organization responsible for the virus, discovered Rasmus' immunity to the virus and abducted him. Rasmus was subjected to experiments, which caused him to experience painful seizures. However, Rasmus also discovers that he has the power to control the rain.
Back in the present, the survivors travel to a research facility where Martin believes they can find a cure for the virus. However, they are ambushed by a group of armed men, and Simone and Rasmus are separated from the others. They encounter a young girl named Sarah, who is living in the facility with her father, who is dying from the virus.
As the episode progresses, Simone and Rasmus search for a way to reunite with the others, while also trying to help Sarah and her father. They also learn more about the facility, including a machine that can allegedly create a cure for the virus.
Episode 01 sets the stage for the rest of the season, introducing new characters and storylines while also building on the established mythology of the show. The episode is filled with tension and action, as the survivors navigate dangerous territory in their quest for a cure. It also continues to explore the complex relationship between Simone and Rasmus, as she tries to protect him while also facing the possibility that he may be the key to saving humanity.
Overall, The Rain season 2 episode 1 is a strong start to the season, with plenty of intrigue and excitement to keep viewers engaged. The episode sets up a number of intriguing storylines and introduces new characters, while also exploring the deeper emotional themes that have made the show such a success.