Watchmen season 1 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Adrian Veidt records a message in 1985 for future President Redford, revealing he engineered Redford's election and created a fake alien threat to prevent nuclear war. Years later, his daughter Trieu confronts him, aiming to absorb Dr. Manhattan's powers to fix the world. Meanwhile, Dr. Manhattan is captured by the Kalvary, who plan to destroy him and take his powers. Veidt is teleported to Earth, where he witnesses Trieu's attempt to become god-like. In a dramatic showdown in Tulsa, Trieu's plan is thwarted by Veidt using frozen squids. Dr. Manhattan shares a final moment with Angela Abar before dying. The episode concludes with Angela contemplating inheriting Manhattan's powers through an egg, as previously hinted by him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Adrian Veidt?
Adrian Veidt, also known as Ozymandias, is a character who orchestrated President Redford's election and planned to avert a nuclear holocaust using fear.
What is Trieu's plan?
Trieu plans to absorb Dr. Manhattan's powers to fix the world's problems, using a probe to locate him on a moon of Jupiter.
Is Trieu Adrian Veidt's daughter?
Yes, Trieu reveals she is Veidt's daughter, born from his genetic material stolen by her mother, Bian.
How does Trieu plan to find Dr. Manhattan?
Trieu uses a subspace antenna to detect Manhattan's specific radioactive frequency and locates him on a moon of Jupiter.
What is the Kalvary's goal with Dr. Manhattan?
The Kalvary plans to capture and destroy Dr. Manhattan to acquire his powers.
How does Veidt return to Earth?
Veidt is teleported back to Earth to witness Trieu's plan against Dr. Manhattan.
What happens to Senator Keene when he tries to absorb Dr. Manhattan's powers?
Senator Keene disastrously transforms when he attempts to harness Dr. Manhattan's powers.
How is Trieu defeated?
Trieu is defeated by a rain of frozen squids, orchestrated by Veidt, which destroys her quantum centrifuge.
What are Dr. Manhattan's final moments like?
In his final moments, Dr. Manhattan shares a poignant goodbye with Angela Abar, reflecting on their time together.
What does Hooded Justice (Will Reeves) discuss with Angela?
Hooded Justice reflects on his life, the nature of masks, and his experience as a cop and vigilante.
Why is Veidt arrested?
Veidt is arrested for his past crimes, including the New York massacre, as Laurie seeks accountability for his actions.
Can Dr. Manhattan's powers be transferred?
Yes, Dr. Manhattan suggests that his powers could theoretically be transferred through organic material, like an
