Captive
- Episode aired May 8, 2016
- TV-MA
- 43m
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
4.6K
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Alicia works toward reuniting with her family. Travis comes across a familiar face. Madison and Nick try to save their family against all odds.Alicia works toward reuniting with her family. Travis comes across a familiar face. Madison and Nick try to save their family against all odds.Alicia works toward reuniting with her family. Travis comes across a familiar face. Madison and Nick try to save their family against all odds.
Veronica Diaz Carranza
- Vida
- (as Veronica Diaz)
Mark Kubr
- Roughneck 2
- (uncredited)
Richard Nunez
- Roughneck 1
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaCliff Curtis really takes doing stunt work seriously. Stunt Coordinator Mark Norby says Cliff delivered one of the best head butts he's ever seen.
- GoofsApprox halfway through when Alicia and Jack are looking at boats on the radar, Alicia points to the radar which shows them being a good distance from shore (the land being the green). Since they were on dry dock, the center of the radar should have been where the land meets the water.
- Quotes
[Alex tells Travis that people don't use her]
Travis Manawa: What happens to you?
Alex: Connor said he could use me. People don't use me.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Talking Dead: Blood in the Streets (2016)
Featured review
"Captive" concludes with a dramatic resolution that is both satisfying and thought-provoking, raising questions about the nature of justice and revenge in a lawless world
The group plans to use the hostage as bait to get back Travis and Alicia. However, after he hits his last nerve, Chris ends up shooting him in the face. Madison worries that Chris is becoming unhinged when he tries lie and say the boy was about to turn. Daniel notices the brain was not damaged and believes the plan can still work.
Alicia attempts to befriend Jack, the boy on the radio, and find her way home on her own, while Travis is locked in a cell. Alex taunts Travis and lets her frustrations on him due to being left behind and Jake dying because of it. Travis manages to convince her that it wasn't his fault. Later, Madison is able to obtain Travis' release, by trading him for the now turned brother of the leader who bites. Everyone, including Alicia manage to escape amidst the chaos.
"Captive," delves into the psychological and moral complexities of captivity and negotiation in the post-apocalyptic world. The episode picks up in the aftermath of the previous episode's confrontation, with members of Madison's group taken hostage by pirates. As negotiations for their release unfold, the narrative explores the themes of power dynamics, manipulation, and the will to survive. The captives face harsh realities and moral dilemmas, providing a deep dive into their characters' psyche and resilience under duress. Meanwhile, Madison's leadership and negotiation tactics highlight her growing adaptability and toughness, qualities essential for survival in this new world order.
The episode is notable for its intense emotional and psychological conflicts. The interactions between captors and captives are charged with tension, revealing the desperation on both sides. This dynamic serves as a powerful backdrop for exploring the blurred lines between victim and aggressor in a world where the usual rules no longer apply. The character development is significant, with each character's choices under pressure revealing deeper layers of their personality and motivations. Particularly compelling is the evolution of Alicia, who displays resourcefulness and strength, hinting at her emerging role as a pivotal character in the series.
"Captive" concludes with a dramatic resolution that is both satisfying and thought-provoking, raising questions about the nature of justice and revenge in a lawless world. The episode expertly balances action with character-driven storytelling, resulting in a tense and engaging narrative that advances the overarching plot while exploring the moral ambiguities of survival. The themes of captivity and freedom are explored not just in the physical sense but also in the psychological impact on the characters, making "Captive" a standout episode that resonates with the series' exploration of human nature in extremis. In summary, this episode excels in its exploration of the complexities of power, survival, and human resilience, marking a high point in the series' narrative arc.
Alicia attempts to befriend Jack, the boy on the radio, and find her way home on her own, while Travis is locked in a cell. Alex taunts Travis and lets her frustrations on him due to being left behind and Jake dying because of it. Travis manages to convince her that it wasn't his fault. Later, Madison is able to obtain Travis' release, by trading him for the now turned brother of the leader who bites. Everyone, including Alicia manage to escape amidst the chaos.
"Captive," delves into the psychological and moral complexities of captivity and negotiation in the post-apocalyptic world. The episode picks up in the aftermath of the previous episode's confrontation, with members of Madison's group taken hostage by pirates. As negotiations for their release unfold, the narrative explores the themes of power dynamics, manipulation, and the will to survive. The captives face harsh realities and moral dilemmas, providing a deep dive into their characters' psyche and resilience under duress. Meanwhile, Madison's leadership and negotiation tactics highlight her growing adaptability and toughness, qualities essential for survival in this new world order.
The episode is notable for its intense emotional and psychological conflicts. The interactions between captors and captives are charged with tension, revealing the desperation on both sides. This dynamic serves as a powerful backdrop for exploring the blurred lines between victim and aggressor in a world where the usual rules no longer apply. The character development is significant, with each character's choices under pressure revealing deeper layers of their personality and motivations. Particularly compelling is the evolution of Alicia, who displays resourcefulness and strength, hinting at her emerging role as a pivotal character in the series.
"Captive" concludes with a dramatic resolution that is both satisfying and thought-provoking, raising questions about the nature of justice and revenge in a lawless world. The episode expertly balances action with character-driven storytelling, resulting in a tense and engaging narrative that advances the overarching plot while exploring the moral ambiguities of survival. The themes of captivity and freedom are explored not just in the physical sense but also in the psychological impact on the characters, making "Captive" a standout episode that resonates with the series' exploration of human nature in extremis. In summary, this episode excels in its exploration of the complexities of power, survival, and human resilience, marking a high point in the series' narrative arc.
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- Runtime43 minutes
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- 16:9 HD
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