Blackout (2012)
S1E1 Episode 1
Episode Overview
Title: Episode 1 Plot: A heated argument between Daniel and Henry spirals out of control, leading to a drunken Daniel brutally assaulting Pulis, who falls into a coma. Seeking assistance, Daniel turns to his sister Lucy, a lawyer representing Nelson Venner, a young activist opposing drug gangs. While they hold a press conference, a vehicle approaches, and a gun emerges from the window. In a split second, Daniel leaps in front of Venner, taking the bullet himself. After regaining consciousness in the hospital, Daniel is oblivious to the media frenzy surrounding his actions. Meanwhile, guilt consumes him as Pulis remains in critical condition. Political consultant Jerry Durrans visits Daniel and proposes he consider running for the city’s inaugural mayoral election.