Ep 11. The Born Identity
- TV-PG
- June 16, 2010
- 42 min
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8.5 (117)
Mary Shannon is a United States Marshal who works in the WitSec (Witness Security) program, which places individuals in witness protection to keep them safe from those who wish them harm. In season 3 episode 11, titled "The Born Identity," Mary and her partner Marshall are assigned to protect a man named Tom Amaya, who witnessed his wife's murder and is now being hunted by the killer.
As Mary and Marshall begin their investigation, they discover that Tom has a strange habit of using different accents and personalities to escape stressful situations. This habit initially leads the Marshals to believe that Tom may have a split personality disorder, but they soon realize that his behavior is linked to a traumatic event from his past.
Meanwhile, Mary is dealing with personal issues of her own. Her sister Brandi is facing legal trouble and Mary is struggling to balance her job with helping her sister. This subplot adds depth to Mary's character and provides emotional tension to the episode.
As Tom's killer closes in, Mary and Marshall must work quickly to uncover the truth behind Tom's strange behavior and keep him safe. The twist ending will leave viewers on the edge of their seats and eager for the next episode. Overall, "The Born Identity" is a gripping and well-crafted episode that showcases the strengths of In Plain Sight's writing and performances.