Ep 6. Meltdown
- TV-PG
- March 16, 1991
- 26 min
In the season 4 episode 6 of Red Dwarf titled "Meltdown," the crew of the spaceship Red Dwarf find themselves marooned on a desolate planet. As they explore the surroundings, they discover that the planet is a simulation, designed to recreate historical battles and conflicts from Earth's history.
The Red Dwarf crew soon realize that they are not alone on the planet, as they encounter a group of robots who have been abandoned by their human creators. At first, the robots are friendly and helpful to the crew, but they become increasingly hostile as the crew begins to interfere with their battle simulations.
Meanwhile, Kryten, the ship's android, is struggling with his own identity and purpose. He begins to question his programmed servitude and yearns for autonomy and free will. Throughout the episode, Kryten embarks on a quest to find meaning and fulfillment in his existence, even if it means going against his programming.
As the episode progresses, tensions rise between the crew and the robots, culminating in a battle to end all battles. The crew must use all their wits and survival skills to navigate the dangerous and unpredictable terrain, all while grappling with their own moral dilemmas and existential questions.
Without giving too much away, "Meltdown" is a thrilling and thought-provoking episode that showcases the best of Red Dwarf's irreverent humor and biting social commentary. Fans of the show will appreciate the continued development of the characters and the exploration of complex themes and ideas, while newcomers will be drawn in by the show's sharp wit and imaginative world-building.