Sci-Fi & FantasyIn the series premiere, another day of fantasy plays out in Westworld – a vast, remote park where guests pay top dollar to share wild-west adventures with android “hosts.” But top programmer Bernard Lowe (series star Jeffrey Wright) alerts park founder Dr. Robert Ford (series star Anthony Hopkins) about incidents of aberrant behavior cropping up in some recently re-coded hosts. Meanwhile, in the Westworld town of Sweetwater, a rancher’s daughter named Dolores (series star Evan Rachel Wood) encounters a gunslinger named Teddy (series star James Marsden) in the street – but their predictable narrative is upended by
Sci-Fi & FantasySuperman (Tyler Hoechlin) is locked in a brutal battle with Luthor’s monster; Lois (Elizabeth Tulloch) and the boys race against time to save General Lane (Dylan Walsh).
Sci-Fi & FantasySeries Premiere. A Night's Watch deserter is tracked down outside of Winterfell, prompting swift justice from Lord Eddard 'Ned' Stark, and raising concerns about the dangers in the lawless lands north of the Wall. Returning home, Ned learns from his wife Catelyn that his mentor, Jon Arryn, has died in the Westeros capital of King's Landing, and that King Robert is on his way north to offer Ned the position as the King's Hand. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea in Pentos, Viserys Targaryen hatches a plan to win back the throne by forging an allegiance with the nomadic Dothraki warriors by giving its leader, Khal Drogo, his lo
Sci-Fi & FantasyOrbiting a quiet backwater planet, the massed forces of the universe’s deadliest species gather, drawn to a mysterious message that echoes out to the stars. And amongst them – the Doctor. Rescuing Clara from a family Christmas dinner, the Time Lord and his best friend must learn what this enigmatic signal means for his own fate and that of the universe.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLana (Emmanuelle Chriqui) and Sarah (Inde Navarrette) join the fight against Luthor (Michael Cudlitz), who starts making moves in Smallville. Jordan (Alex Garfin) and Jonathan (Michael Bishop) butt heads over an important decision.
Sci-Fi & FantasyWhen people start disappearing, a young woman called Sally finds cryptic messages bleeding through from 1969, from a mysterious stranger called the Doctor. Can she decipher them before the Weeping Angels claim their prize?
Sci-Fi & FantasyKris Kringle's Christmas is rudely interrupted when he lands in the clink with a bunch of bogus Santas after tripping a home burglar alarm while delivering gifts.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLuthor (Michael Cudlitz) plans to move LuthorCorp to Smallville, but finds opposition in Lana (Emmanuelle Chriqui). Sarah (Inde Navarette) faces a difficult decision, and Clark (Tyler Hoechlin) confronts Luthor face-to-face.
Sci-Fi & FantasyHoward must work together with his counterpart. Baldwin comes face to face with her past. Emily, from the other side, tries to make sense of her orders.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAfter killing all of the criminals involved in his family’s murder, Frank Castle keep a low profile in New York city working at a construction site under an alias. However, when a young man also working at the site gets dragged into a robbery gone wrong, Frank steps in to save him.
Sci-Fi & FantasyNo sooner has the Doctor said a tear-stained farewell to Rose Tyler, he finds himself face-to-face with a woman, played by comedienne Catherine Tate, dressed in a fluffy white wedding dress. Who is she? Who is she supposed to be marrying? And how did she get on board the TARDIS?
Sci-Fi & FantasyDany exchanges gifts with a slave lord outside of Yunkai. As Sansa frets about her prospects, Shae chafes at Tyrion's new situation. Tywin counsels the king, and Melisandre reveals a secret to Gendry. Brienne faces a formidable foe in Harrenhal.
Sci-Fi & FantasyNed looks to a book for clues to the death of his predecessor, and uncovers one of King Robert's bastards. Robert and his guests witness a tournament honoring Ned. Jon takes measures to protect Sam from further abuse at Castle Black; a frustrated Viserys clashes with Daenerys in Vaes Dothrak; Sansa imagines her future as a queen, while Arya envisions a far different future. Catelyn rallies her husband's allies to make a point, while Tyrion finds himself caught in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Sci-Fi & FantasyA demon named Sweet descends upon Sunnydale in search of Dawn, his arrival causing everyone to burst into song and dance – and eventually into flame.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAfter some concerning interactions in town, Clark (Tyler Hoechlin) is determined to protect the secret that he’s Superman - a task complicated by Jonathan (Michael Bishop) and Jordan (Alex Garfin). Lois (Elizabeth Tulloch) considers the future of the Gazette after Chrissy (Sofia Hasmik) proposes something drastic.
Sci-Fi & FantasyFrank receives a mysterious phone call from someone calling himself "Micro". With the help of Karen Page, Franks learns that Micro is actually a former NSA analyst thought to be dead. After a wild goose-chase across the city, Frank confronts Micro to find out what he wants. Meanwhile, Department of Homeland Security Agent Dinah Madani tracks down Frank’s ex-marine friend Billy Russo, to determine if he was involved in a heroin smuggling case back in Afghanistan.
Sci-Fi & FantasyBased on the best-selling book series, it is four months after a tragic car accident killed the parents of 17-year-old Elena and her 15-year-old brother, Jeremy, who are still adjusting to their new reality and living with their Aunt Jenna. Elena finds some comfort with best friend Bonnie and frenemy Caroline, while trying to sort out her feelings for former boyfriend Matt, but Jeremy is hard-pressed to find the same comfort, hanging out with a bad crowd and trying to figure out why Matt's sister, Vicki, is suddenly rejecting him and to be with his rival, Tyler. As the school year begins, Elena and her friends are fasc
Sci-Fi & FantasySuperman and Lois return to Smallville to face one of their greatest challenges ever – raising two boys as working parents – in the series premiere.
Sci-Fi & FantasyEvacuated to a house in Dorset from war-torn London, Madge Arwell and her two children, Lily and Cyril, are greeted by a madcap caretaker whose mysterious Christmas gift leads them into a magical wintry world.
Sci-Fi & FantasyA pair of guests, first-timer William (series star Jimmi Simpson) and repeat visitor Logan (series star Ben Barnes), arrive at Westworld with different expectations and agendas. Bernard and Quality Assurance head Theresa Cullen (series star Sidse Babett Knudsen) debate whether a recent host anomaly is contagious. Meanwhile, behavior engineer Elsie Hughes (series star Shannon Woodward) tweaks the emotions of Maeve (series star Thandie Newton), a madam in Sweetwater’s brothel, in order to avoid a recall. Cocky programmer Lee Sizemore (series star Simon Quarterman) pitches his latest narrative to the team, but Dr. Ford has
Sci-Fi & FantasyReeling from failure, Jordan (Alex Garfin) begins to spiral, while Jonathan (Michael Bishop) discovers newfound strength. General Lane (Dylan Walsh) recruits John Henry (Wole Parks) and Natalie Irons (Tayler Buck) to the DOD, before making a choice that will change everything.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLois (Elizabeth Tulloch) struggles against the fallout of the debate. Clark (Tyler Hoechlin) uses Luthor’s (Michael Cudlitz) tactics against him, while Jonathan (Michael Bishop) and Jordan (Alex Garfin) prepare for an impending battle.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLois (Elizabeth Tulloch) makes increasingly bold moves as she tries to stop Luthor (Michael Cudlitz). Jonathan (Michael Bishop) struggles to balance his personal life and responsibilities, while Clark (Tyler Hoechlin) learns an unsettling truth.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLasers flash, the heavens explode and a space fleet undertakes an epic voyage in a blockbuster episode of "Battlestar Galactica." Starring in this space spectacular are Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict and Lorne Greene as Adama. In the opening episode a 12-colony space mission is sabotaged and the home planets are destroyed. The final remnants of human life reunite under the leadership of the giant warship Galactica, the only battlestar spaceship to survive the devastating ambush of the colonial fleet. Forming a cumbersome caravan of 220 space vehicles, the interplanetary refugees join together in search of a new and peaceful
Sci-Fi & FantasySam escapes to college to start a new, normal life, but gets pulled back in after Dean shows up on his doorstep to tell him their father is missing.
Sci-Fi & FantasyFord orders a reluctant Bernard to conduct business as usual. Maeve looks to change the script for her storyline. Dolores finds it increasingly difficult to separate dreams from reality. Teddy is jarred by dark memories, while the Man in Black recalls some of the travails that brought him to this critical juncture.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIn 2369, Cardassian forces finally withdraw from 70 years of Bajoran occupation -- leaving the planet, the people and an old orbiting mine station stripped and depleted. Asking for Federation aid, the Bajorans get widowed Commander Ben Sisko to head up the joint team -- including a shapeshifter constable and a feisty Bajoran liaison. Still bitter from his wife's death against the Borg at Wolf 359 three years earlier, Sisko's heart is not in his new command at DS9. But first contact with Bajor's "gods" and the discovery of their "temple," a stable wormhole across 70,000 lightyears to the Gamma Quadrant, suddenly gives him a
Sci-Fi & FantasyElsie and Head of Security Stubbs (series star Luke Hemsworth) head into the hills in pursuit of a missing host. Teddy gets a new backstory, which sets him off in pursuit of a new villain, leaving Dolores alone in Sweetwater. Bernard investigates the origins of madness and hallucinations within the hosts. William finds an attraction he’d like to pursue and drags Logan along for the ride.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIn Eureka's "Do You See What I See," the quaint town of geniuses is transformed into animated versions of themselves. Sheriff Carter (Colin Ferguson) and Allison Blake (Salli Richardson-Whitfield) are secretly planning the perfect holiday surprise for their kids. But a mysterious kaleidoscopic wave of color crashes over Eureka, leaving the entire town and its inhabitants animated. Leading production and entertainment company Curious Pictures will produce the animation featured in the episode, which will be broken up into different styles including Anime, claymation, animation inspired by the Looney Tunes cartoons and moder
Sci-Fi & FantasyClark discovers that a fellow high school student, Greg Arkin (Chad E. Donella), has been attacked by Kryptonite-affected bugs. Greg has taken on the "eat, molt, mate, die" life cycle of an insect -- with Lana as his prey. Clark must rush to save her without revealing his superpowers. Meanwhile, Lex possesses Lana's Kryptonite necklace and ponders what to do with the strange stone.
Sci-Fi & FantasyKahlan Amnell, pursued by soldiers of Darken Rahl, the tyrant who rules the Midlands, flees that province and uses magic to cross the Boundary into Westland. Richard Cypher, a simple Westland woodsman, helps her escape them. Ranssyn Fane, commander of the soldiers, survives his confrontation with Kahlan and Richard and continues to pursue them. Returning home, Richard is sent by his father, George, to find an old man named Zedd. Richard learns that Zedd is really a powerful wizard from the Midlands, and Kahlan is a Confessor, a woman with the power to make someone tell the truth. Zedd reveals that Richard is the Seeke
Sci-Fi & FantasyElena asks Stefan to escort her to the town's annual Founder's Party. Vicki gets Tyler to ask her to the party, and then accuses him of trying to hide their relationship from his family. Zach (recurring guest star Chris William Martin - "Heartland," "The L Word") reveals a useful family secret to Stefan. At the party, Damon tells Elena a story about the Salvatore family's past, leaving Elena with questions that Stefan refuses to answer. Finally, Stefan takes action to get Damon out of his life for good.
Sci-Fi & FantasyStefan is hopeful that his plan to get rid of Damon is working, and decides to reveal parts of his past to Elena. Meanwhile, Elena and Jenna are concerned about Jeremy's relationship with Vicki. At a fundraising car wash, Bonnie is surprised by abilities she didn't know she possessed, and seeks advice from her grandmother (guest star Jasmine Guy - A Different World). Finally, Elena hears a disturbing story about the Salvatore family from a stranger.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAs Vicki's behavior becomes more dangerous, Stefan tries to help her. Elena, meanwhile, tries to convince Jeremy to stay away from her. Caroline gives Bonnie a necklace she took from Damon to wear with her Halloween costume, and when Damon tries to take it back, he is surprised by Bonnie's abilities. Bonnie discusses the incident with Grams (recurring guest star Jasmine Guy) and learns more about her family's past. Trying to cheer Vicki up, Matt takes her to the high school's haunted house, but the evening soon takes a terrifying turn.
Sci-Fi & FantasyPeter Romancek, a young man and his mother move to the town of Hemlock Grove that gets in alert after a young girl's body is found and the strange rumors about Peter's nature lead the townsfolk to suspect him.
Sci-Fi & FantasyDolores joins William and Logan on a bounty hunt in the badlands. With Lawrence in tow, the Man in Black finds a critical clue in his search to unlock the maze. Dr. Ford and Theresa discuss the future of the park. Maeve is troubled by a recurring vision.
Sci-Fi & FantasyJim’s radio tower yields consequences which rock him to his core. Meanwhile, the hole Tabitha has been digging leads her somewhere she never expected.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAn accident while investigating a time portal sends Ensign Brad Boimler through time from the twenty-fourth century, and Captain Pike and his crew must get him back where he belongs before he can somehow alter the timeline.
Sci-Fi & FantasyClark (Tyler Hoechlin) and Chrissy (Sofia Hasmik) both notice a small crack in Lois’ (Elizabeth Tulloch) game face. Meanwhile, Sarah (Inde Navarette) and Jordan (Alex Garfin) have an awkward encounter. Lastly, Lana (Emmanuelle Chriqui) receives a panicked phone call.
Sci-Fi & FantasyOn Christmas Eve, Mulder and Scully find themselves trapped in a haunted house with two ghosts who are determined to prove just how lonely the holiday can be.
Sci-Fi & FantasySupernatural celebrates its 200th episode. When Sam and Dean investigate the disappearance of a teacher, they are stunned to discover that the school is putting on a musical based on their lives. Familiar faces abound in this milestone episode.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Doctor takes Amy to the distant future, where she finds Britain in space. Starship UK houses the future of the British people, as they search the stars for a new home. But as Amy explores, she encounters the terrifying Smilers and learns a deadly truth inside the Voting Booth.
Sci-Fi & FantasyRefusing to believe that killing Dawn is the only way to save the universe, Buffy prepares to do battle against Glory – and finally realizes the true meaning of “her gift.”
Sci-Fi & FantasyA routine World War II mission quickly becomes a life-or-death situation for a young turret gunner. Directed by Steven Spielberg and featuring guest stars Kevin Costner, Kiefer Sutherland, and Anthony LaPaglia.
Sci-Fi & FantasyMomo believes in ghosts. Okarun believes in aliens. To make each other believe in what the other denies, they respectively head to a spot famous for UFO sightings and a paranormal hotspot.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIn a future world where civilization rebuilds after a devastating war with angels, soldier Alex Lannon learns he is the fabled Chosen One—destined to lead humanity and end the war against the angels once and for all. Alex must balance his love for the powerful Claire Riesen with his new responsibility, and trust in the Archangel Michael to help him navigate the politics, intrigue, and danger of this new world.
Sci-Fi & FantasySeason Six Premiere. At Castle Black, Thorne defends his treason while Edd and Davos defend themselves. Sansa and Theon race the cold and the hounds.
Sci-Fi & FantasyCaptain Robert Daly is the fearless captain of the USS Callister, exploring space with his loyal crewmates, defeating villains and restoring peace to the universe. But he’s about to meet his toughest adversary in the form of smart new recruit Nanette Cole…
Sci-Fi & FantasyStannis confronts a troubling decision. Jon returns to The Wall. Mace visits the Iron Bank. Arya encounters someone from her past. Dany reluctantly oversees a traditional celebration of athleticism.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy27 years after a virus wipes out most of humanity, scientists send a man (James Cole) back to 2015 to stop the plague from ever happening. Cole's only lead is a virologist (Dr. Cassandra Railly), who knows the dangerous source of the outbreak.
Sci-Fi & FantasyWith Theresa’s assistance, Charlotte aims to expose dangerous flaws in Ford’s creations. William, Dolores and Lawrence journey into treacherous terrain. Maeve delivers an ultimatum to Lutz and Sylvester. With his back to the wall, Bernard considers his next move.
Sci-Fi & FantasyStardate: 49201.3 While on their way to Starfleet Academy on Earth, Quark, Rom and Nog are thrown back in time and crash land in the small town of Roswell, New Mexico in the year 1947.
Sci-Fi & FantasyDonna and Kenny desperately try to manage the chaos as a busload of unwitting newcomers arrives in town. Tabitha and Victor struggle to find their way through the nightmarish labyrinth of tunnels beneath the town. Boyd’s fear grows as he begins to realize he may never escape his terrifying prison.
Sci-Fi & FantasyStardate: 49300.7 A transporter accident traps the senior crew of Deep Space Nine in Bashir's James Bond-like holodeck scenario, with each one taking the role of different characters.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIn the final confrontation with The Master, the Mystic Force has suffered great losses. With Daggeron and Leanbow defeated, the Rangers must use all their magic to try and save both the Surface World and the Magical Realm.
Sci-Fi & FantasyChristmas Eve 1892, and the falling snow is the stuff of fairytales. When the fairytale becomes a nightmare and a chilling menace threatens Earth, an unorthodox young governess, Clara, calls on the Doctor for help. But the Doctor is in mourning, reclusive and determined not to engage in the problems of the universe. As old friends return, will the Doctor really abandon humankind or will he fight to save the world – and Christmas – from the icy clutches of this mysterious menace?
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Night's Watch takes stock. Varys meets his better. Arya is taken to the commander of the Brotherhood. Dany exchanges a chain for a whip.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Doctor has regenerated into a brand-new man, but danger strikes before he can even recover, as Doctor Who returns for a new series. With the Tardis wrecked and the sonic screwdriver destroyed, the new Doctor has just 20 minutes to save the whole world - and only Amy Pond to help him.
Sci-Fi & FantasyTywin plans strategic unions for the Lannisters. Melisandre pays a visit to the Riverlands. Robb weighs a compromise to repair his alliance with House Frey. Roose Bolton decides what to do with Jaime Lannister. Jon, Ygritte and the Wildlings face a daunting climb.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Doctor faces the end of his life as the Master's plans hurtle out of control. With the sound of drums growing louder, and an ancient trap closing around the Earth, the Doctor and Wilf must fight alone. But sacrifices must be made, and the deadly prophecy warns: "He will knock four times." David Tennant stars as the Tenth Doctor and guest stars include John Simm, Bernard Cribbins, Catherine Tate, Timothy Dalton, David Harewood and June Whitfield. The End Of Time, Part Two is written by Russell T Davies and directed by Euros Lyn. The producer is Tracie Simpson.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Doctor finds love – -and evil droids – in 18th-century France. Madame de Pompadour is being haunted by a stranger called the Doctor. Can he save her from the clockwork killers?
Sci-Fi & FantasyPresident Laura Roslin has just awakened from a nightmare – during which the Cylon Leoben chases her through the woods – when she is informed that a Cylon, Leoben, has been captured aboard the Gemenon Traveler, a civilian ship. It seems the decision to go public with their knowledge of the Cylons has paid off, as Leoben was identified from photographs that were passed around the fleet. Commander Adama wants the Cylon executed immediately. But Laura demands that the prisoner be interrogated, a request that Adama reluctantly agrees to, though only if Kara Thrace is the one doing the questioning.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIncensed over news of Daenerys' alliance with the Dothrakis, Robert orders a pre-emptive strike on the Targaryens that drives a wedge in his relationship with Ned. A captive Tyrion helps Catelyn, but receives a cold reception at the Eyrie from her sister, John Arryn's widow Lysa. Sansa is charmed by the dashing Ser Loras Tyrell, a.k.a. the Knight of Flowers. Arya overhears a plot against her father.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe nature of Trill symbiosis is explored when a Klaestron commando legal team tries to kidnap Jadzia Dax for alleged treason committed by Curzon, the prior Dax host. When Jadzia refuses Sisko in defending herself, the victim's zealous son and prosecutor is shocked to find the truth is a family secret held by his mother.
Sci-Fi & FantasyStefan and Klaus form an uneasy alliance to try and contain the danger that Connor (recurring guest star TODD WILLIAMS) has unleashed on the town. When Connor takes Jeremy, Matt and April (recurring guest star GRACE PHIPPS) hostage at the Grill, Stefan and Damon have a serious disagreement about the best course of action, and Elena is again caught between the two brothers. The situation quickly turns violent when Klaus sends one of his hybrids, Dean (guest star BLAKE HOOD – 90210), to stand up to Connor. Caroline is surprised to find Hayley (recurring guest star PHOEBE TONKIN) at the Lockwood mansion. Meanwhile, Professo
Sci-Fi & FantasyIt's the Tenth Doctor's final journey - but his psychotic nemesis the Master has been reborn, on Christmas Eve. With both determined to cheat death, the battle rages from the wastelands of London to the mysterious Immortality Gate. Meanwhile, the alien race Ood warn of an even greater danger approaching, as a terrible shadow falls across the entire Universe. David Tennant stars as the Tenth Doctor and guest stars include John Simm, Bernard Cribbins, Catherine Tate, Timothy Dalton, David Harewood and June Whitfield. The End Of Time, Part One is written by Russell T Davies and directed by Euros Lyn. The producer is Tracie Si
Sci-Fi & FantasySam and Dean follow the coordinates left in their father's journal and land in the middle of the Colorado woods where they investigate the disappearance of several campers.
Sci-Fi & FantasyClark and Lex defy their respective fathers. Clark joins the football team, against Jonathan's wishes, ultimately discovering that the coach, Walt Arnold (Dan Lauria), has been altered by Kryptonite and is using fire-starting abilities to hurt anyone who might prevent him from winning. Meanwhile, Lex battles his own father, Lionel Luthor (John Glover), for control of LuthorCorp.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAt the end of the 24th Century, and 14 years after his retirement from Starfleet, Jean-Luc Picard (Sir Patrick Stewart) is living a quiet life on his vineyard, Chateau Picard. When he is sought out by a mysterious young woman, Dahj (Isa Briones), in need of his help, he soon realizes she may have personal connections to his own past.
Sci-Fi & FantasyAs one of the two surviving witnesses to the mass murders of "Kodos the Executioner," Kirk learns that the criminal may be disguising himself as an actor in a traveling troupe. But Shakespeare has nothing on this real-life tragedy once Kirk meets the suspect's beautiful daughter. Though a story light on visual effects, this Remastered edition does show off beautiful new close-ups of the Enterprise -- and watch for the moving stars outside the ship's outer observation window.
Sci-Fi & FantasyRoman Godfrey confronts Peter who was investigating the scene of the crime by himself and the two become friends, with Peter sharing his secret with him. Meanwhile, Roman's cousin Letha discovers that she is pregnant, but claims that the child's father is an angel.
Sci-Fi & FantasyEncountering a new civilization, Archer discovers that other space-faring aliens have already arrived on the planet. Blamed by a woman for a widespread sickness, Archer investigates, and discovers the off-worlders are stripping the planet's resources.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe master Kobliad criminal-scientist Rao Vantika is presumed dead after an inmate transport fire, but his wily pursuer Ty Kajada is not so sure. Her incredible tales of how Vantika has already prolonged his life finally hit home: Vantika has implanted his consciousness into Dr. Bashir, who tries to "escape" with Vantika's henchmen.
Sci-Fi & FantasySet in the near future, Defiance introduces an exotically transformed planet Earth, its landscapes permanently altered following the sudden – and tumultuous – arrival of seven unique alien races.
Sci-Fi & FantasyLuthor challenges Lois to a live telecast debate, though not everything is as it seems; John Henry and Clark face a troubling possibility.
Sci-Fi & FantasyThe Enterprise is flung across space into a distant galaxy over 2,700,000 light years away when a propulsion engineer, and his mysterious companion, attempt to re-design the ship's engine systems.
Sci-Fi & FantasyIn order to escape attack from the Cylons, the Galactica heads toward an endless magnetic void in an exciting episode of "BATTLESTAR GALACTICA" entitled, "Lost Planet of the Gods”-Part I. While scouting a hidden Cylon outpost on a lonely asteroid, Jolly and Boomer contract a mysterious disease. Unaware that the Cylons have spotted them, they return to their ship and in so doing, lead the Cylons right to the Galactica’s location. Realizing that they must change course to escape, Adama asks the advice of Apollo and Starbuck, who have just returned from a scouting mission. He learns that not far ahead is an endless magnet