Ep 2. Dolphin in Pursuit (1)
- Not Rated
- September 25, 1965
In Flipper season 2 episode 2 titled "Dolphin in Pursuit (1)", the audience is transported back to Coral Key Park to witness the ongoing adventures of Porter Ricks, his two sons Sandy and Bud, and of course, their beloved bottlenose dolphin, Flipper.
The episode starts with Flipper jumping over a buoy with Porter and the boys racing behind him in their boat. Suddenly, Flipper senses something dangerous in the water, and he swiftly swims away from the boat to investigate. Soon, Porter and the boys hear the warning siren go off, indicating that a big storm is approaching. They immediately start heading back to their ranch, but they soon realize that Flipper is still out there, in the middle of the storm.
Sandy and Bud are particularly worried about Flipper's well-being. Sandy reveals that Flipper has been behaving strangely lately, especially around a certain dolphin that has been hanging around the area. Bud thinks it could be because of the dolphin's aggression, but Sandy is certain that it's because Flipper has fallen in love.
Soon, the plot thickens when Porter receives a call from his colleague, an oceanographer, who informs him that he has been tracking a dangerous group of poachers who specialize in smuggling rare marine mammals. The poachers have been spotted in the vicinity, and the oceanographer warns Porter to keep Flipper safe, as Flipper could be the next target.
Determined to keep Flipper safe, Porter and the boys set out to find him, but they soon realize that the storm has made things extremely difficult. The raging waters and high winds make it almost impossible to navigate through. Meanwhile, Flipper is struggling to stay afloat in the stormy waters, and Shark, the dangerous leader of the poachers, is closing in on him.
The rest of the episode is a thrilling race against time, as Porter, Sandy and Bud navigate through the stormy waters, trying to find Flipper before he falls into the hands of the poachers. The audience is kept on their toes as they watch Porter and the boys face one obstacle after another, trying to keep Flipper safe.
As always, Flipper proves to be a true hero, leading Porter and the boys to the dangerous poachers and saving the day. But the episode ends on a cliffhanger, as the audience is left wondering whether Flipper has finally found love or is hiding a secret that will change everything.
Overall, Flipper season 2 episode 2 titled "Dolphin in Pursuit (1)" is a thrilling episode that showcases the strength of the bond between Flipper and the Ricks family. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves adventure, suspense, and of course, marine life.