Ep 4. The Runaway

In Terra Nova season 1 episode 4, entitled "The Runaway," the Shannon family finds themselves in a race against time to find their son, Josh, who has runaway from the safety of the colony and into the dangerous wilderness of prehistoric Earth.

The episode begins with Josh and his friends, Skye and Hunter, sneaking out of the colony to explore the surrounding jungle. As they venture further into the wilderness, they stumble upon a group of outsiders who have been living on their own in the wild for years. Josh is drawn to this new group, feeling that they understand him better than the strict rules of the colony.

Meanwhile, Jim and Elisabeth Shannon, worried about their son's safety, embark on a frantic search for him. With the help of Taylor and the security team, they follow Josh's trail through the jungle and encounter various dangers along the way.

As the search continues, tensions rise within the colony as suspicions begin to mount about the motives of the outsiders. The colony's leader, Nathaniel Taylor, is also faced with a difficult decision regarding the fate of the outsiders and risks his own safety to protect the lives of both his people and the newcomers.

Ultimately, as Josh's rebellious actions put both himself and his family in danger, he is forced to make a choice between his loyalty to the colony and his newfound connection to the wild.

"The Runaway" explores themes of adolescent rebellion, the complexities of human relationships, and the struggle to find one's place in a new and dangerous world. With stunning visuals and thrilling action, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the series.