Ep 7. Farscape: S2 E7 - Home On The Remains
- June 16, 2000
- 44 min
John Crichton finds himself alone and stranded on a desolate planet after becoming separated from Moya and her crew during a wormhole excursion. Cut off from his only means of transportation, food, and communication, Crichton must quickly adapt to his new environment in order to survive.
As he explores his surroundings, Crichton discovers that the planet is actually made up of enormous remains of long-dead creatures, assembled to form a desolate wasteland. Despite the bleakness of his situation, he finds a small sense of comfort in the knowledge that he isn't entirely alone - scavengers roam the planet, looking for anything valuable or useful. But they're also on the lookout for easy prey, and Crichton soon becomes their target.
Desperate to avoid becoming a meal for the scavengers, Crichton uses his time on the planet to experiment with the native fauna and flora. With nothing to lose, he undertakes a series of daring experiments in order to find food, shelter, and even a possible means of escape from the planet.
As he wanders the planet's vast expanse, Crichton also becomes increasingly detached from reality. The solitude and constant danger begin to take a toll on his sanity, and he starts to experience vivid hallucinations. These visions, which alternate between terrifying and comforting, offer a glimpse into the depths of Crichton's psyche.
Despite everything he's been through, Crichton refuses to give up hope of reuniting with his friends and returning home. And as luck would have it, just when things seem at their bleakest, he receives an unexpected signal from Moya. But will the signal lead him to safety, or another trap?
Overall, "Home on the Remains" is a tense and thrilling episode that explores the limits of human endurance and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. It's a standout installment in the second season of Farscape, and a must-watch for anyone who loves science fiction that pushes the boundaries of what's possible.