S1·E8 The Equation
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 8
- Air Date
- November 18, 2008
- Runtime
- 49 minutes
- Director
- Gwyneth Horder-Payton
- Writers
- J.R. Orci, David H. Goodman
- Score
- 7.5/10 (39 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Walter thinks the abduction of a young music prodigy is linked back to his old bunkmate at St. Claire's Hospital. When he kidnaps the child he sees a sequence of flashing lights. Olivia wants Walter to return to the mental institution much to Peter's outcry, but Walter's determination to help ends up having chilling ramifications.
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When did Season 1 Episode 8 of Fringe air?
Season 1, Episode 8 ('The Equation') originally aired on November 18, 2008.
How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('The Equation')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 49 minutes.
What happens in Fringe Season 1 Episode 8?
Walter thinks the abduction of a young music prodigy is linked back to his old bunkmate at St. Claire's Hospital. When he kidnaps the child he sees a sequence of flashing lights. Olivia wants Walter to return to the mental institution much to Peter's outcry, but Walter's determination to help ends u...
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