Earth 2 Season 1 Episode 8
Earth 2
Season 1

Ep 8. The Church of Morgan

  • December 18, 1994
  • 6.9  (75)

The Church of Morgan is the eighth episode of the first season of Earth 2. The episode begins with the arrival of a new character, Morgan Martin, who is a representative of the Council of Human Affairs on Earth 2. Her arrival is met with suspicion by some of the colonists, especially Danziger, who sees her as a threat to their independence and way of life.

Meanwhile, some of the colonists discover a new plant species that has potential medicinal properties. John Danziger and Yale, along with their daughter True, set out to investigate the plant. On their way, they stumble upon a religious cult led by a charismatic man named Elias Morgan.

The cult is based around Morgan's belief that he is the chosen one who has been sent to Earth 2 to lead a new era of spirituality and enlightenment. He preaches love, peace, and community, and has amassed a large following of devoted followers, including some of the colonists.

As Danziger and Yale learn more about the cult and its leader, they become increasingly suspicious of Morgan's true intentions. They discover that Morgan is actually a convicted criminal who has been sent to Earth 2 as a form of punishment. He has manipulated the colonists into believing that he is a prophet, using his charm and charisma to gain their trust.

Danziger and Yale set out to expose Morgan and his cult, but they encounter resistance from Morgan's followers, who are fiercely loyal to their leader. In a tense confrontation, Danziger and Yale are able to convince some of the cult members to see the truth and turn against Morgan.

The episode ends with Morgan being arrested and the colonists sharing the knowledge of the medicinal plant with each other, solidifying their sense of community and togetherness.

Overall, The Church of Morgan is a thought-provoking episode that explores the dangers of blind faith and the importance of skepticism and critical thinking. It also highlights the challenges that the colonists face in maintaining their independence and freedom in a new and unfamiliar world.

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  • First Aired
    December 18, 1994
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (75)
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