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Down
Definitely Human
Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 24

Down is a 24-part science-fiction series from Definitely Human about an expedition into a newly-discovered Antarctic trench, dubbed The Bottomless Pit. The company-backed research submarine Virgil is elegant, state-of-the-art, and capable of withstanding enormous pressures. The same cannot be said for her crew.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit www.DefinitelyHuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us on Patreon at www.Patreon.com/DefinitelyHuman.
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Part 24: Beyond
Season 1 · Episode 24
mardi 18 mai 2021 • Duration 26:34
The crew of the DSV Virgil have survived horrors and catastrophes, and now it seems too much to hope for survival, let alone salvation. But Marion, Sam and Marcus will not accept defeat. In the past, present or future, in this world or the next, there must be some sliver of a chance. Maybe that will be enough.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 23: Epiphany
Season 1 · Episode 23
mardi 11 mai 2021 • Duration 17:10
Marion confronts Marcus, but even in his manic, fractured state he is more of a danger than she realises. Sam has relinquished control and put all his faith in the Virgil, but a splinter of doubt still troubles his mind. Meanwhile the Entity finally reveals its intent.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 14: Hypothesis
Season 1 · Episode 14
mardi 14 avril 2020 • Duration 13:02
The crew are faced with an antagonist whose powers and purpose defy explanation. Confident in the power of data, Marion is determined to understand their predicament through science, while Marcus suspects social subterfuge from their stowaway. But Sam’s conversation with it leads him to a more metaphysical conclusion.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 13: Anomaly
Season 1 · Episode 13
mardi 7 avril 2020 • Duration 11:17
Marion is haunted by echoes of the past, and the crew are wary of their new arrival. While Marcus launches into an investigation, Sam and Charlie attend to their communications problem. And whatever answers the crew all find only seem to precipitate new, more distressing questions.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 12: Mission
Season 1 · Episode 12
mercredi 18 mars 2020 • Duration 15:15
Deeper into the ocean than anyone has ever been, the crew's feelings of fear and resentment return. The apparent end to the trench, and the crew's terrifying ordeal, has given way. And as they struggle to understand the full consequences of their predicament, they are confronted with the impossible.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 11: Lull
Season 1 · Episode 11
mercredi 11 mars 2020 • Duration 11:59
Despite its grand ambitions, the Virgil expedition has been marred by catastrophic setbacks and tragedy. But after a breathtaking discovery and a good night’s rest, the crew’s feelings of fear and resentment quickly fade. With the bottom of The Bottomless Pit a mere ten minutes away, Marion, Charlie, Marcus and Sam find time to focus on work and recreation.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 10: Progress
Season 1 · Episode 10
mercredi 4 mars 2020 • Duration 15:12
Suspended in the black void of The Bottomless Pit, the crew of the Virgil submarine once again contemplate resuming descent. Marcus argues that the mission is the priority, but Marion and Sam are strung out and afraid of venturing into further unknowns. However, the matter is about to be taken out of their hands, as Sam’s piloting skills are put to the test.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 9: Leader
Season 1 · Episode 9
mercredi 26 février 2020 • Duration 15:59
With the Captain unconscious, and morale at an all time low, Marcus attempts to unite the crew under new leadership. Sam relies on gallows humour to lighten the mood, while Marion attempts to focus on work. Nevertheless, a feeling of existential dread has overwhelmed the Virgil expedition.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 8: Control
Season 1 · Episode 8
mercredi 19 février 2020 • Duration 10:47
Without contact from Mission Control, and no way to manually ascend to the surface themselves, the crew of the Virgil submarine are essentially trapped in The Bottomless Pit. Still numb with shock, Marion tries her best to remain calm, but Charlie believes there’s a conspiracy to uncover.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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Part 7: Autonomy
Season 1 · Episode 7
mercredi 12 février 2020 • Duration 11:22
The worst has happened, and now a decision must be made. As the Virgil submarine hovers in the darkness, her crew debate their next move. Lacking confirmation from Mission Control, Marion and Marcus clash over whether they should return to the surface or continue with the mission.
DOWN is a Definitely Human production. Visit http://definitelyhuman.co.uk to see full credits and check out our other shows. You can follow us on Twitter @HumanDefinitely for updates, and support us at https://www.patreon.com/definitelyhuman.
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