Primeval season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Professor Cutter, a university professor, meets Connor Temple, a student with a unique dissertation about life originating from alien organisms. Intrigued by a mysterious fish species and reports of an undiscovered predator, Cutter, his technician Stephen Hart, and Connor investigate the Forest of Dean. They're joined by Abby Maitland from a zoo, who's dealing with job insecurity and a strange creature found by a boy named Ben. Discovering a bizarre anomaly in the forest, they encounter prehistoric creatures, confirming Cutter's theories about temporal anomalies. The government, skeptical and concerned, intervenes. As they narrowly escape the closing anomaly, Cutter is left pondering the implications and his wife Helen's disappearance years ago.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Connor Temple?
Connor Temple is a student of Professor Cutter, known for his absence from seminars and his dissertation on life originating from alien spacecraft.
What is the sarcopterygian fish and its significance?
The sarcopterygian fish is a species missing from the fossil record for 17 million years, reappearing inexplicably, indicating a gap in Darwin's evolutionary theory.
Why does the team go to the Forest of Dean?
The team goes to the Forest of Dean to investigate reports of a giant undiscovered predator, which may be linked to evolutionary mysteries.
What is Abby Maitland's role at the zoo?
Abby Maitland works at the zoo, facing job insecurity due to the downsizing of the reptile program.
What is the mysterious creature found by Ben?
Ben, a young boy, finds a mysterious creature named Rex, resembling a dinosaur-like flying lizard.
How is Cutter's wife, Helen, connected to the events?
Helen Cutter, Professor Cutter's wife, disappeared in the Forest of Dean eight years prior while investigating a creature sighting, suggesting a link to current events.
Who is Claudia Brown, and what is her role?
Claudia Brown is from the Home Office, initially skeptical about the monster story but joins Cutter's search party in the forest.
What anomaly does the team discover in the forest?
The team discovers a strange anomaly in the forest, acting as a portal to another time and revealing prehistoric creatures.
How does the government respond to the anomaly?
The government, represented by James Lester, responds with skepticism and concern, overseeing Cutter's exploratory mission into the anomaly.
What happens at the end of the anomaly exploration?
The team narrowly escapes as the anomaly closes, leaving Cutter contemplating the vast implications of their discovery and the mystery of his wife's fate.
