Ep 6. Scars
- TV-PG
- February 16, 2003
- 43 min
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7.9 (144)
Johnny Smith continues to use his psychic powers to help those in need in Dead Zone season 2 episode 6, titled "Scars". This time, Johnny is visited by a young woman who claims she's been stalked by a man who is determined to kill her.
The woman, named Maria, tells Johnny that the man who is after her is the same one who killed her sister several years ago. Despite having no physical evidence of the stalking and police dismissing her claims, Johnny believes Maria and offers to help her.
As he tries to piece together the events leading up to Maria's sister's murder, Johnny discovers that the killer wasn't working alone and that there may be a larger conspiracy at play. He is then approached by a team of detectives who are investigating a similar string of murders across the city.
As Johnny delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a website that features profiles of people who are chosen to be killed for unknown reasons. With the help of his psychic abilities, Johnny identifies the next victim on the list and works to prevent her from being murdered.
Complicating matters further, Johnny must also contend with his own demons as he struggles with the pain of his own physical and emotional scars.
"Scars" is a tense and thrilling episode that blends elements of crime drama and supernatural suspense. As always, Anthony Michael Hall delivers a captivating performance as Johnny, whose search for justice never wavers despite the odds stacked against him. Fans of the show will also appreciate the continued development of Johnny's character, as he grapples with the trauma of his past while using his gift to protect others.