Resident Alien season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In Patience, Colorado, Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle, a man secretly an alien, is roped into investigating a local murder by Sheriff Thompson and Deputy Baker. The victim, the town doctor, initially appears to have committed suicide, but nurse Asta and Harry's autopsy reveal murder. Harry, struggling to understand humanity while hiding his alien identity, navigates social interactions and a confrontation with Asta's abusive ex
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the setting of the story?
Patience, Colorado, during a harsh winter.
Who is Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle?
A man staying in a cabin in Patience, Colorado, who is secretly an alien.
What do Sheriff Mike Thompson and Deputy Liv Baker want from Harry?
They need his help as a doctor to investigate a murder in town.
Who was murdered in Patience?
The town doctor, Dr. Sam Hodges.
How does Harry initially assess Dr. Hodges' death?
He initially concludes it was a suicide.
What is Harry's secret?
He is an alien stranded on Earth.
Who is Asta?
A nurse at the clinic who found Dr. Hodges' body.
What does Harry realize during the autopsy?
That Dr. Hodges was murdered, not a suicide.
How does Harry fit in with the townspeople at The 59 bar?
Awkwardly, struggling to understand human social norms.
Who can see Harry's true alien form?
A kid named Max, who has a rare genetic mutation.
How does Harry deal with Max knowing his secret?
He considers killing Max but ultimately decides against it.
What personal issues does Asta face?
She deals with her abusive ex-husband Jimmy and a troubled past.
What realization does Harry have at Sam Hodges' funeral?
That Sam was poisoned and tried to perform a tracheotomy on himself.
What is Harry's mission on Earth?
To find a lost device from his ship and complete his mission, which poses a threat to humanity.
How does Harry start to integrate into the town?
He awkwardly begins to take on the role of the town doctor.
