The Stand Season 1 Episode 5
The Stand
Season 1

Ep 5. Fear and Loathing in New Vegas

  • TV-MA
  • January 13, 2021
  • 61 min
  • 7.0  (1,289)

In The Stand season 1 episode 5 "Fear and Loathing in New Vegas," tensions rise as Randall Flagg's followers in Las Vegas start to become restless. Meanwhile, Mother Abagail and her group of survivors in Boulder are faced with tough decisions regarding their defenses against Flagg's impending attack.

As the episode opens, we see Flagg (played by Alexander Skarsgård) addressing his followers in Vegas, reminding them of their loyalty to him and promising them rewards beyond their wildest dreams. But some of his followers, particularly Lloyd (played by Nat Wolff), are starting to wonder if Flagg is actually the savior he claims to be. Lloyd in particular is plagued by guilt over his actions as Flagg's right-hand man, including the bombing of a nearby town that killed innocent people. Flagg, sensing Lloyd's doubts, reminds him of the consequences of disobedience and threatens to take away his newfound power if he doesn't remain loyal.

Back in Boulder, Mother Abagail (played by Whoopi Goldberg) and her advisers are grappling with the realization that they may not be able to defend themselves against Flagg's army of followers. They consider potential allies, such as a nearby tribe of Native Americans, but ultimately decide that they will have to rely on their own strength and resources. This means making tough decisions about who will fight and who will stay behind to care for children and other vulnerable members of their community.

As tensions mount on both sides, we see various characters struggle with fear and doubt. Nadine (played by Amber Heard), who has been working with Flagg but also has a connection to Mother Abagail's group, is torn between her loyalty to Flagg and her own guilt over betraying the people she once cared about. Meanwhile, Stu (played by James Marsden) and Larry (played by Jovan Adepo) must confront their fears and find the courage to stand up against Flagg's army.

Overall, "Fear and Loathing in New Vegas" is a tense and suspenseful episode that sets the stage for the climactic showdown between Flagg and Mother Abagail's group. As the characters grapple with their fears and doubts, we see them grow and change in unexpected ways. Fans of the novel and fans of post-apocalyptic dramas alike will find plenty to enjoy in this gripping installment of The Stand.

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  • First Aired
    January 13, 2021
  • Content Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    61 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (1,289)