Turn Season 2 Episode 10 Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot
- TV-14
- June 8, 2015
- 46 min
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9.0 (441)
In the season two finale of Turn, titled "Gunpowder, Treason, and Plot," tensions are at an all-time high as the American Revolution approaches. The Culper Spy Ring must work quickly to prevent a plot that could change the course of history.
As the episode begins, Benedict Arnold is shown building up his own army, fueled by his bitterness toward the Continental Congress. Meanwhile, Abraham Woodhull receives word from Major John Andre that there is a new plan in motion to end the war. The plan involves the capture of General George Washington, and it's up to the Culper Ring to stop it.
Mistrust and betrayal are prevalent throughout the episode, as each character tries to determine who they can trust. Peggy Shippen, Arnold's love interest, is caught up in the middle of it all as she tries to protect Arnold while also trying to keep her own secrets safe. She enlists the help of Andre, hoping that he can help her come up with a plan to save Arnold and keep her own reputation intact.
Meanwhile, Caleb Brewster sets off on a dangerous mission to retrieve stolen documents that could provide valuable information about the plot to kidnap Washington. His journey takes him through treacherous territory, as he must navigate through enemy lines and avoid detection from the British army.
As the others work to prevent the plot from unfolding, Washington himself is shown struggling with the weight of his own destiny. He knows that the fate of the country rests on his shoulders, but he is plagued by doubts and uncertainty. His interactions with Woodhull and others throughout the episode provide a glimpse into the personal struggles that he faced during this historic time.
In the end, it all comes down to a dramatic showdown between the Culper Ring and their enemies. Lives are lost and alliances are tested, but in the end, the heroes come out victorious. The season ends on a hopeful note, with the promise of more adventures to come for the Culper Spy Ring as they continue to fight for freedom and independence.