Firefly Out Of Gas Reaction Episode 8 | First Time Watching

Firefly Out Of Gas Reaction Episode 8 | First Time Watching
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Hey guys! I've heard such great things about Firefly and I thought we could watch it together! I already love it!
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Mal and the Serenity crew are celebrating Simon's birthday when there is a fire in the engine room. Soon Keylee learns that the life support system is not working since they need a new converter. Mal order his crew to live Serenity in the two shuttles and Wash releases a distress signal. While breathing with difficulty, Mal recalls how most of the members of his crew joined him in the Serenity while waits for a miracle.
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[@topherjones7497]

I am loving your reactions. And don't worry about crying. I'm a (almost) 50 year old man & still cry for these people. Greatest show ever.

[@julesreacts]

I love that ☺️ they deserve our tears!

[@ProtusMose]

This is, hands-down, my favorite episode in all of television. It's a masterpiece of story-telling.

[@thebigboo5]

My favourite one, by far. The three separate timelines, seeing how everyone came together, Mal's wordless scenes. All so good. Great reaction, love these folk too.

[@julesreacts]

This episode was SO GOOD!!!

[@RoGueNavy]

Any time Jayne is the voice of reason, you know you're in DEEP go-se!!

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

I always felt, when Jayne said "Use up all the air!" He was a hairs-breadth away from saying "use up all my air!"

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@jean-paulaudette9246 Yes, and?

[@johnsimonson1207]

So, in earlier episodes, We actually saw and heard Kaylee telling Mal in passing multiple times about wanting to get the replacement part that actually broke this episode, but Mal kept telling her not to worry about it, that they could not afford it at the time and to find a work-a-round. So the ship had been warning Kaylee before the accident, and this episode was due to Mal not realizing the responsibility of taking care of the ship and the ship will take care of you. You can bet that after this anytime Kaylee told Mal that the ship needed a part for fixing, he took her seriously.

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

I distinctly remember hearing her complain about 'that crappy compression coil.' I wasn't mechanic enough to realize she was talking about a specific assembly inside the catalyyzer.

[@jeffburnham6611]

I don't think it was the same part. Kaylee mentions a "Compressor coil", not a catalyzer. I'm quite certain that Kaylee would be able to tell the difference between the two parts.

[@johnsimonson1207]

@@jeffburnham6611 Yes, you are correct in that she wanted to replace the entire compression coil, warning that if the compression coil broke the ship would be stuck drifting, and the catalyzer was a vital part of the compression coil. It is like being warned about a transmission needing replaced soon and the torque converter on the inside of it being the first piece to break. The small piece breaking still took the entire compression coil out of commission.

[@MsMelyjean]

She warned the captain about replacing the part in the pilot episode 'Serenity' and in 'The Train Job'

[@Pixelologist]

Presumably, once Zoe regained consciousness - and she realized what had happened and that Mal had been left behind on Serenity - she told the others, "no way - we're going back for him." They were war buddies, after all, and you don't leave a man behind.

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

Oh yes. That was instantly clear to me, the first time I saw this. Even from a sickbed, that lady can put her foot down.

[@lmdrake9176]

When you have recovered.... Yes. We know. That is why we are such fans. I can only watch an show for the first time, once. Watching a reactor see it for the first time, it is like sharing it with a friend. Thank you for letting us have that moment with you.

[@julesreacts]

My absolute pleasure and thank you for being here 💜

[@Mx.RumpusParable]

Exactly.

[@Smido83]

My favorite Firefly episode. They meshed the 3 timelines together so perfectly. You are on the edge of your seat from the 1st second and feel so much relief in the final szene... its just perfect! Some Trivia for your Information. When Alan Tudyk left the Firefly set after the series was canceled, he took that button as a keepsake. When Joss Whedon announced that he would be searching for a way to bring the show back as either a series or a feature film, Alan sent him the button with a note that said, "When your miracle gets here, just hit this button.". Its the same line he said to Mal in this episode.

[@dunringill1747]

I'm glad to see someone posted the Alan Tudyk trivia.

[@julesreacts]

Man, that's amazing. From reading some comments, it really does seem to me that the cast were SO passionate about the show. I don't know of any other cast members who loved their show as much as these guys 💜

[@ashleytuchin7693]

I'm glad you mentioned that story, because I was going to bring it up if nobody else did. I knew my fellow Browncoats would have all the cool stories covered.

[@johncampbell756]

@@julesreacts Nathan loved it enough to dress as Mal in a Halloween episode of his later show Castle.

[@thequarteryearman9305]

@@johncampbell756 Not just that, but many of the Castle episodes have Firefly easter eggs spread throughout (loved all the Firefly references that would come up). That Halloween episode was interesting in that they couldn't get the original Mal costume for the episode put feelers out and a fan who had only recently purchased the whole rig loaned it to them for the shoot.

[@jeffreycain721]

This series is near perfect storytelling

[@NewAeonWarlord]

Salesman was right: Ever since first seeing it, Firefly was with me and will be for the rest of my life :)

[@internetsideshow]

More tears than giggles in this one. Don't worry though, we were all crying with you.

[@julesreacts]

I have to say I do enjoy the emotional moments 😥

[@mikecronis]

"Out of Gas" is my favorite episode.

[@seanharby7439]

I love watching the affection for the characters grow each episode.

[@bcriswell]

I loved your reaction. There is no doubt you love the crew of Serenity.

[@julesreacts]

Bob, thank you so much. I am so thankful to you and thrilled you are enjoying the videos. Thank you, you're amazing 💜

[@PhilARobertson]

This show does it to me too. I shed tears at some point on every episode. If you go back and watch the episode 'Ariel", the part that they needed is the part that Wash picks up in the junkyard and throws when they find the ship they turn into the ambulance. I love that little easter egg.

[@eviltreesloth]

This episode should have won awards. Best in the verse.

[@TheReturnOfSak]

I once read somewhere that someone recommended watching this episode last, and that it would have been a better season finale because you got the backstory of everyone, but also the last bit when Mal says "Y'all gonna be here when I wake up?" has more impact knowing that the show was cancelled, but there's the movie for "when he wakes up."

[@CaptainFrost32]

I don't know who made that recommendation, but my days of Not taking them serious have certainly come to a middle. You don't mess with the order of episode unless you are a purple-bellied network saboteur.

[@jamesu1540]

@@CaptainFrost32 well due to politics 1) the Network never showed them in the order they were meant to, 2) they were shown on the wrong days/times so the audience figures were not as planned. Then the Network conveniently closed the series down.

[@lkw7482]

​@@CaptainFrost32 Well, to be fair... It's not like Objects in Space was originally meant to be the final episode. It was in the can and The Message was being filmed when they got the word about Fox's... jackassery. It seems more like Objects was originally intended to be Joss' kind-of-traditional mid-season big ep - and if nothing else, Jayne's reference to River as a mind-reader in Message definitely speaks to its original placement. I definitely see why Joss Whedon chose to make it the official last ep - definitely reaching for, and achieving more - but I'm convinced that it wasn't the original.

[@kharma7755]

I love how each episode tends to put the focus a little more on a specific character, ("Jaynestown" is a great example of this). "Out of Gas" is Serenity's episode. (It's also my personal fave, but the rest still to come are all pretty awesome, as well)

[@christophercurtis4131]

This is my favorite episode of the entire series. I loved all the flashbacks of how everyone came to be on Serenity(Kaylee's was my favorite. But my two favorite parts of the episode are at the end, first when Mal wakes up and sees everyone there and when asks if everyone will still be there when he wakes up again. I loved that. And then there is the very end of the episode; I love the expression on Mal's face the first time he sees the ship that will become Serenity.

[@willmendoza8498]

One of the best episodes of anything ever. Structurally, emotionally, everything

[@anonymes2884]

_Probably_ my favourite 'Firefly' episode (I go back and forth). Can you believe this is only the 8th episode too ? Not many shows hit their stride so quickly and surely. (When I think of the episodes we _could_ have got if we'd had the years this show deserved...[insert obligatory "Damn you Fox !" :)])

[@mattreid8098]

Oh you’ll be feeling this way even after dozens of rewatches lol my favourite episode for sure, it just captures all the things that make us love this show to this day, not once have I ever not cried during this episode 😂

[@TheSpanishInquisition87]

Dang, you almost made me cry. This is one of the best episodes. It's interesting to see how all of the characters got on board. I'm so happy you're enjoying it so much.

[@julesreacts]

Almost? I'll have to try harder next time, Kevin 🤭😜 I loved seeing how Mal met the crew! That was a definite highlight for me 💜

[@stuffyouotterlistento1461]

@@julesreacts Well, you got me. It's an emotional episode, but I'm pretty sure this is the first time I've actually cried during it.

[@rkstevenson5448]

Out of Gas is definitely one of the best episodes of the series. It's just fantastic storytelling, and the transitions feel both natural and jarring at once, which is so incredibly difficult to do.

[@brucecsnell]

I love good time change transitions -- this episode does it better than any TV I can think of. When it comes to movies, Lone Star is a masterclass in great transitions -- even if the rest of the movie was just OK, I would watch for the transitions.

[@salyx]

I suspect that Mike Flanagan was inspired by this episode, noting his amazing transitions in Haunting of Hill House.

[@roreddick9235]

It is incredible, but "War Stories" is beyond amazing, too. Several episodes are!

[@davidbergfors6820]

14:55 You said it! I agree. I think it might be my favourite. problem is, it ain't working without the rest of the show. Still definately top three of my favourites.

[@dunringill1747]

"Out Of Gas" is a masterpiece of television writing. We get a nice bit of background story of 9 different people, all with 9 different reasons to call Serenity their home. It's the perfect touch at the end of the episode when we see the ship salesman was trying to sell Mal a different ship but his heart was set on Serenity. It is at this point that I like to post how the crew all represent certain aspects of Mal. Maybe it's just me that likes to think about it this way? Also, in an abstract way - Serenity is the tenth member of the crew. Aspects of Mal: Zoe - Military Comradery and command structure Wash - Wit, seeing the humorous side of things Inara - Love and the inability to express it (Brought on by the war in Mal's case) Shepherd Book - Religion (repressed by War PTSD for Mal), the belief & desire to do right Kaylee - Optimism in life, (Also repressed by War PTSD for Mal), Love and devotion for Serenity Simon - Loyalty & protection (Simon to River, Mal to his crew) Jayne - Mercenary, Pessimistic view of the world (For Mal - Brought on from the war), Justifies doing crime. River - Mental anguish at the hands of the Alliance. Feeling lost. The need to get away from the Alliance. (For Mal - Brought on from the war) Serenity - The ship is the 10th member of the crew. It represents the freedom Mal is seeking. (Mal's inability to settle under Alliance rule, his desire to wander).

[@solongdentahlplaan7975]

I kinda view Jayne as Mal's younger brother. I think Mal looks at him and thinks, "That's me if I weren't trained properly." Everyone on Serenity is there because Mal wants them to be, made himself a family. Enough. Guess I'll go cry now.

[@nelbongellor412]

I love how emotional you are.

[@ceherrera7437]

I cried too. It grabs you and gets you to actually care for each of the crew

[@sethcarson5212]

@Jules Reacts There's always the bloopers, commentary, behind the scenes, making of, deleted scenes, not to mention all the fan made stuff like the Firefly inspired music album made by The Bedlam Bards called On The Drift. There's more out there is the point. Plus all the cross over mentions. All the actors loved this show so much that when they get cast in other things they offen slip in quotes and other little "wink's and nods" to the Browncoat audience. When it's over you'll be heartbroken but you'll also have joined a great community of folks who know exactly what you're feeling and can help you work through the grief. It's almost like group therapy. You're one of us now and we'll always be here for you. Lol. So if you ever need us just hit this button 🔴 and we'll come back for you.

[@julesreacts]

The red button 😭😭😭

[@jimtilley1158]

My fav episode. Seeing the ship empty, you realized how much a home the is. It didn't feel right nobody being on the ship. And Mals only concern is his crew, and at the end where he asks twice, are ya'll still gonna be here when I wake up. This episode is so full of heart, and they are still able to work in some humor, all while adding backstory and character development. A perfect Episode.

[@julesreacts]

I have to agree, Jim! It was so well done and perfectly executed 💜

[@stuffyouotterlistento1461]

It's really touching to see how emotional you get over Firefly. One thing this series has over a lot of others is that the characters really come to life, and it's easy to fall in love with them. This is my favorite episode too, but there's one you have yet to watch that comes really close.

[@julesreacts]

Looking forward to more already 🥰 I'm still in that sweet spot of having more TO look forward to!

[@abbesatty9498]

The way how the flashbacks brilliantly blend with the current story line does bring some tears. I feel you.

[@julesreacts]

It's truly the best series I've ever seen 🥰🥰

[@fredholland1169]

This episode over all the others gets me every time I see it. The whole notion of selflessness of both Mal and the crew. He was willing to sacrifice himself for the crew, and the crew came back on their own. That always hits me in the gut.

[@editdroid99]

The only episode I maybe like more is 'Objects in Space'. It's sinister, and trippy, and all kinds of awesome. This one does make we weepy though.

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

@@editdroid99 Yeah, very thought-provoking, Even the most insane conversations can at least be sort of understood. It makes one question the value that we assign things.

[@Logan_Baron]

Possibly my favorite episode. At least in the top 3.

[@JohnH.Sturgis]

That's how I'd phrase it, too: this one, the Message and Objects in Space for me. But, of course, there aren't *any* at the bottom of the barrel!

[@randybliss6480]

Not sure if anyone has mentioned it, but there is a hi-larious outtake of Wash's first meeting with Zoe in the cockpit.

[@julesreacts]

I will watch the outtakes and things like that after I've watched everything haha I don't want to see anything I'm not supposed to yet!

[@menachemsalomon]

I think we saw Mal and Zoe getting together in the first episode. Mal was a sergeant in the war, and either Zoe was in his platoon or his platoon absorbed what was left of hers in the course of the Battle of Serenity Valley. I knew this episode was poignant and heartwarming, but I never before thought of it as such a tearjerker. Thanks, Ms. Jules, for another perspective.

[@julesreacts]

My pleasure, and thank you for being here 🤗💜

[@GARYHODGKINSON]

Avoiding spoilers, but in a later episode, they have flashbacks of the two of them together before Serenity Valley.

[@CocoeCow]

My favorite episode, so glad you liked it! This episode always bring to mind a, paraphrased, quote from the behind the scenes "Being under constant threat of cancellation does not help your sanity, but what it does help is your storytelling. It helps you focus on the stories that matter, put aside all else and answer the question of what is the most important story to tell about these characters". Mal's face at the end says it all, the longing in his eyes when he sees Serenity. Also, "Y'all gonna be here when I wake up?" - so wholesome!

[@julesreacts]

Cocoe, thank you so much!! You're amazing 🤗💜🤗 That quote from behind the scenes is awfully sad. I will be devouring any and all behind the scenes stuff once we've finished the series and the movie. I want to know everything! The quote makes so much sense, though. It couldn't have been easy to continue, knowing they'd got the boot. What a waste. I will never understand it 😔

[@brucecsnell]

@@julesreacts It's not so much behind-the-scenes stuff that I'm recommending, it's the deleted scenes. Outtakes are fun -- they show the cast as real people enjoying each other and the job. But, ... deleted scenes help you understand the characters more. They contain information that the writers and producers thought was important to advance the story but they had to be cut for the sake of time. A quick KZbin search will give you several deleted scenes and your appreciation for the show will grow with each one you watch. My favorite is the one in which Zoey explains what Mal did in the war.

[@julesreacts]

Like I said, I can't wait to watch them but I will not be googling or looking up ANYTHING until I'm done just to be safe 😊😊

[@roreddick9235]

FYI: Alan Tudyk kept that red button after the show was done and gave it to Joss to call them back when he was ready.

[@StevesTubes]

Nathan Fillion went on to star in Castle after this series. He had several call backs to Firefly during that show. In one episode, the Serenity catalyzer was sitting on his desk. In another episode, he dressed up as a "Space Cowboy" for Halloween.

[@julesreacts]

That's amazing, I love it 💜

[@stuffyouotterlistento1461]

It's too bad that Fillion is really the only reason Castle is at all compelling. He's characteristically great, but even allowing for its much more mundane premise, the show isn't even a fraction as interesting as Firefly. But I do appreciate a good callback.

[@StevesTubes]

I have to disagree. I tuned into Castle because of Nathan, but I kept watching because of Stana Katic. She was a great actor, beautiful, and had an interesting character arc. The first 4 years were wonderful. It really went down hill the last couple of years.

[@Mx.RumpusParable]

I loved the way they opened the "Space Cowboy" costume reveal.

[@Mx.RumpusParable]

@@julesreacts Of course there are many but one that immediately comes to my mind is an unwritten one he did for the show as an ad lib they kept in: because it's a homicide cop show they often have to put on surgical gloves... in one scene he's got his on, walking a little beside-behind someone, the gloves are blue ones and really quick he flashes a two-by-two finger pattern as a callback to the "two by two, hands of blue" theme. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZCvXqilrdKZm5o

[@ernesthakey3396]

Zoe: "I don't like him." "There's something about him." Me: "It's the mustache! He'll shave it off for you!" My favorite episode. At least today, anyways. :)

[@Mx.RumpusParable]

I love the behind-the-scenes clip regarding the mustache.

[@yourfluffyvegancinnamonrol2772]

Exactly!! I'm pretty sure that's the intended joke! Zoe: "I don't like him. Just something about him bothers me." Everyone: "The mustache!! Must be the mustache 😂"

[@pjsebadoh5412]

"I aim to misbehave..." Such a beautiful show..and movie! ....better than shiny.

[@julesreacts]

Better than shiny indeed 🥰

[@myeckwaters]

A fan favorite for sure. By the way, "She's a real beauty" is also how Kaylee describes River in the pilot. This episode is an amazing example of having to satisfy the "notes" sent in by the network and coming up with something brilliant. The executives, apparently thinking their own viewers were idiots, demanded that the next episode once again explain all the relationships, etc. That's why they establish that Wash and Zoe are married, Book is a preacher, and the Tams are fugitives in the dialog at the dinner table. And the flashback scenes explain a lot more, and somehow it all works so seamlessly that it's hard to believe it was done to satisfy the suits.

[@stuffyouotterlistento1461]

I mean, if you play the show out of order and switch its time slot around, establishing all that stuff again really might be helpful. Of course, it might also be helpful if you didn't completely screw the show over by showing it out of order and switching its time slot around, but I'm just spitballing here.

[@julesreacts]

I can only imagine how frustrating that would have been for the writers and crew 😥

[@tomswift3482]

A brilliant episode, all round, which, of course, includes your commentary.💖 A hard hitting excursion this time, with minimalist action, but the back and forth, contrasting better days, with present day, builds the tension, until, suddenly, the voices return, and Mal has his miracle. Excellent, excellent video Jules!. It was a pleasure to share this time with you. Always a joy to see you experience this great series, bit by bit.😊 Another one, well done, indeed.💜

[@julesreacts]

Tom, thank you 💜🤗 You are always so very kind, so lovely, and a great friend. I loved this episode very much. I don't have a favourite as yet, but I'm sure this one will be up there near the top. The drama and tension are so well done. What a brilliant series this is, filled with incredible characters! I hope you have a very, very good day indeed 💜

[@azrielbaz]

Love this episode. To me, you are not just seeing the crew come together you are seeing Mal build his family. These are the people he has chosen to make his crew "family". Each time one of the comes in, you're seeing the moment a new piece of his world come together.

[@boingo69]

Yes, I was crying right along with you on this one. This episode always makes me cry, because everytime I watch it, something else grabs me by the feels. Kaylee not knowing what to do, Mal forcing Wash to leave his wife's side to save the ship, or even Simon ferling guilty that it happened on his birthday (he already feels like an albatross). And when Mal wakes up to his whole crew taking care of him, I just lose it. THANK YOU for making these videos. I feel like I am watching them for the first time again.

[@julesreacts]

Robert, thank you SO much for your amazing words! It's so wonderful to read them and I am so appreciative that you take the time to watch and comment 💜

[@MagicAl56]

I am really admiring the control that you exhibit to not just binge all of the series! This episode really displays some of Joss Whedon's best script-writing. It is complex with so many flashbacks and flash-forwards, and all of that builds the drama while showing the funny moments that brought each character into the family, and in the end we realize that the most interesting character of them all may be the ship herself, which froze in Mal's gaze while the salesman was trying to sell him a completely differnt vessel. That other vessel might have been a much better value, but Mal went with his heart. By the way, lets all give a few cheers for Bester, the "genius mechanic" who is the Pete Best of Firefly. Bester might not be a very good mechanic, but he really knows how to find a great woman! Without Bester, Mal would never have discovered Kaylee. Once we have explored the family's genesis, we come back to Jules who, like Mal, goes with her heart on this episode. Of course you cried. That's just great writing. Thanks for the great reaction!

[@julesreacts]

Ahhh Alan (c)Kobb, it's hard... it's not easy because I know I don't have many to go. I'm having some time off over Christmas so I've had to work a little harder to record some extra which has been lovely as I've indulged in a little more than usual! Still not at the end, though, a few more await me and then the movie! I will be so sad when it all comes to an end as it's just been the absolute best experience. Thank you so much for your generosity and support. You're amazing 🤗💜

[@jimgassor8473]

@@julesreacts This is also likely how the rest of us feel and when we get sad about the shows early demise we can only jump back to the beginning and watch it again (including the movie) and look for elements we may have missed. Also it helps to try and watch other shows these fine actors appear in to help their careers in any way we can as a kind of thank you for their contribution to this fine show, and then mutter curses in the general direction of Fox for their bonehead decision.

[@Ryecrash617]

This and Objects in Space are my two favorite episodes and getting to experience it through you is always enjoyable. Thanks for another great video.

[@julesreacts]

Looking forward to that one!!

[@senecakw]

I'm loving your reactions, Jules. Your commitment to the show is endearing. Can't wait for the next one.

[@Blaide87]

Thank you for the reaction, getting to see you drawn into a favorite show and being so moved by it reminds me of when I first got to watch Firefly and again when I got to share it with others who came to love the crew as much as I did. Looking forward to watching the rest of the series and the movie with you. Can't stop the signal!

[@julesreacts]

Todd, thank you!! I can't thank you enough for your generosity and that you are enjoying the videos so much. You're amazing! I really don't want all of this to end, but like all good things (and in this case, VERY good things) I guess the saying is correct. What gives me some tiny glimmer of peace though, is that we are all in this together, wearing the same colour coat 💜

[@S_B-]

Such a great episode that shows how everyone not only met in the past, but shows how these misfits are now family. Wonderfully written and acted, and one of the best episodes (though there are so many great episodes that 'one of the best' always seems to apply to all of them xD)!

[@julesreacts]

You're exactly right! I think it would be so hard to pick a favourite. They are like children 🤭

[@dalesharp9953]

Great episode and reaction. This episode is in my top 3. Gina didn't have a big part in this episode because she was getting married to Lawrence Fishburne. I love all the crew's back stories.

[@whisperienced]

Jules... the one they call Jules... Well she watched firefly and it was awesome.| That's it, that's my whole song.

[@julesreacts]

LOVE IT 🤣🤣

[@memphistim2001]

It warms my heart to see another fan be just as affected as I was the first time I saw it. The idea that you could pack so much complex cinematic story telling into one episode of television still blows me away. I love all the episodes but this is my favorite with Objects in Space coming in a close second.

[@julesreacts]

It truly is SO brilliant! I haven't seen Objects in Space yet, looking forward to it!

[@sean---the-other-one]

How good is this show? How good are these recent episodes? It’s still happening. And each one is so different. No formula, just great ideas, each one developing characters more and more. Hold on tight, still got so much goodness on the way. “Y’all gonna be here when I wake up?” “We’ll be here.” “Good… that’s good.” How comforting would Book’s rich basso voice be after all Mal went through? Love it!

[@julesreacts]

To wake up to Book's voice would be the perfect way to wake up! Such a beautiful and emotional ending!

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

​@@julesreacts LOL actually, if you listen closely, what he hears first is Wash offering to go upstairs and scrape you (presumably Zoe) up a piece (presumably of birthday cake).

[@sherrysink3177]

I am SO glad you loved this episode! It's my absolute favorite of the series. There are many other episodes that are wonderful or hilarious or interesting as well, but to me this episode has it all... The music, the lighting changes (going back and forth depending on where the scene is in the timeline of the episode, from the golden hues of the happier past to the dark cold blue of the more current crisis present), the story structure of flashbacks and forwards, the intensity of it from moment 1 as we wonder what the heck happened to Mal and where is everyone else?! Plus all the sentimental parts of the flashbacks showing Mal and Zoe meeting everyone else, and then the wonderfully heartfelt ending that always makes me cry, when you see that the speech we heard at the very beginning was a salesman trying to talk up a totally different ship... while Mal gazes at the firefly ship off in the distance, clearly in love already with what would become Serenity. It's all just so beautiful. My absolute favorite, without a doubt. It's the most gorgeously written episode ever. ❤❤❤ P.S. I''m with you. I wanted to hear Simon's funny hospital story, lol!

[@julesreacts]

Poor Simon! He doesn't really get given much of a chance. He's softly spoken and not boisterous like some other members of the crew. He does seem to get overlooked a little 😥

[@krbkrbkrbkrbkrb]

Best episode of the series IMO.

[@jpwcpa]

I wonder how many total upvotes you would have on this video, Juliette, if KZbin allowed multiple clicks of the Like button. My hand would be cramping right now if I could keep clicking and clicking the Like button for you. By the way, expect next week's episode to produce some laughs, some anger and some tears just like this episode did.

[@julesreacts]

Awww thank you!! I love that you'd get RSI in your hand just for me 😜 Thank you so much, you are beyond too kind and generous. I'm just so pleased you're enjoying the videos 💜

[@thegwolf]

It hits, ain't it? :D Background, mixed with humor and serious tones while going through the present events. One of the best pieces of story telling I've ever seen and still holds up. Thank you for sharing the reaction!

[@julesreacts]

Coleman, my pleasure! Thank you for being here 🤗

[@thegwolf]

@@julesreacts Happy to be here and looking forward to your next reaction :D

[@andrewcharles459]

"You are very much lacking in imagination." "I imagine that's so, sir."

[@dmwalker24]

Hell of a thing, isn't it? Starts a little quirky, and interesting. Then it's surprising, and impressive. Before you know it, the crew feels like family, and Serenity feels like home. There's nothing else quite like it.

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

This poor lady. We all know the pain she'll go through when there's no more to watch.

[@julesreacts]

😭😭 I'll have to watch it over and over and over!!

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

@@julesreacts It doesn't really get old!

[@Cieps1]

There is at least one more episode that will have you crying like this one. Then of course the movie Serenity that one will have you crying way more

[@stephenweaver7631]

Your reaction to this one was absolutely PRICELESS! This episode is fantastic.

[@julesreacts]

Thank you so much, Stephen! I'm glad you enjoyed 💜

[@CaptainFrost32]

Mal had a lot on his mind when he divided everyone into the shuttles. Shuttle 1: Inara, Kaylee, Jayne, Book. Shuttle 2: Zoe, Wash, Simon, River. Serenity: Mal. The groups had maximum survival odds. Book would keep Jayne in line, Inara can pilot her shuttle better than anyone except Wash and would take Kaylee under her wing, and Jayne (as shown in the first episode) is mightily protective of her. Zoe would honor Mal's goal to protect the Tams using her Browncoat and black-market contacts. Simon was needed to mend her injuries (obviously). Wash never would abandon her, and his piloting talent is crucial. By remaining behind, Mal had a longer timeframe before the air could kill him. If he abandoned Serenity, the responding salvager could have full claim to her and everything inside. After the catalyzer had changed hands, the intruders retreated and waited for Mal to bleed out. It would make the salvage legal again. Also, we know from the transfusion that Mal and Wash have the same blood type.

[@trulybtd5396]

I could say that you are overanalyzing, but I don't think you are

[@manuelodonnell1148]

And the standard silly reply: He wasn't thinking about that; he just s[lit them up alphabetically.

[@evatesche]

Your tears tell me everything I need to know: you truly understand the depth and the heart of Firefly ❤

[@julesreacts]

It's.... just... perfect 🥰🥰

[@katrina484]

Yeah, it is the best one.

[@michaelweinacht7811]

Great episode, considered the best/favorite by many people. When the show was canceled, Alan Tudyk (Wash) gave the Big Red Button to Joss Whedon saying "When your miracle gets here, push this to call us all back".

[@julesreacts]

That's beautiful 😭😭

[@danh8804]

This is my personal favorite. Mal's unique way of handling each member of the crew in a crisis is spectacular. Has to forcefully assert command over Wash, but gently coaches Kaylee to focus on the engines. There aren't enough superlatives for the writing quality and depth in this episode.

[@toddtangen6750]

This is my favorite episode.

[@phtevenj]

i LOVE finding out how each member of the crew came aboard... such a great episode in an even greater show

[@julesreacts]

The backstories were such a highlight of this episode!

[@phtevenj]

@@julesreacts i binge watch this show at least once a year... and now that ive found out people watch and react to it i get to watch it even MORE!!

[@paulcurlin2789]

Squeeee! My second most favorite episode :-)

[@sirmoonslosthismind]

mal: you are very much lacking in imagination. zoe: i imagine that's so, sir.

[@Xoferif]

This is my very favourite episode! The main story's very good, but the little flashbacks that show how the crew came together really make it.

[@RobPresq1717]

This episode is by far my favorite and the most brilliantly-written episode of them all. A commenter, @Smido83 explained it to perfection: "They meshed the 3 timelines together so perfectly... its just perfect!" I 100% agree my friend. The writing is soooooo good in this episode that the 3 timelines aren't really confusing at any point. To be able to do that takes time, patience, writing and no doubt re-writing it, to make it flow so perfectly and not be confusing to the viewer at any point. Absolutely brilliant writing in my opinion. We also learn so much about how they all got together. A brilliant episode that stands above all of the other wonderful episodes I thought were the best at the time!

[@jameshitt3263]

This episode...I knew it! More than anyone else on YT, you *get* this show! This is my TV show choice stranded on a deserted island, even just the one season. (I've already watched it so many times, its almost embarrassing to say...)

[@julesreacts]

James, THANK YOU! That was amazing to read your comment and you've made me feel so good. All the best 🤗💜

[@Neil_Hanson]

An amazing reaction to an amazing episode! I don't know if I could say what my favourite episode is overall, but this one is definitely up there for sure. I love that we got to see how it all began, with Mal choosing the ship and each of the original crew members (Kaylee's introduction was certainly not expected!). I also love the way they filmed this episode, the difference between the bright, colourful flashbacks contrasting with the bleak, cold tones of what was currently happening. It made the scenes with Mal struggling through the ship trying to fix the engine even more nerve-wracking because it just looked so hopeless. Of course it had to be Zoe that decided to come back though, she's been with Mal from the start and there's no way she would leave him to die alone. Thanks for another great video Juliette!

[@julesreacts]

Neil, thank you for watching! I just LOVED the contrast between the flashbacks and the current happenings. It was just amazing to get to see the story unfold that way, working out what happened and unravelling slowly. The crew introductions were priceless and YES Kaylee? Maybe I've underestimated her all this time 🤭 I loved this episode. Perfection 💜 I'm yet to decide my favourite episode! I think it would be really hard to pick a favourite when they are all so beautifully done. I'll have to wait and see. Sleep well, Neil, and thank you for being here 🤗💜

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Yeah, I can never choose a favorite either. I have 3 or 4 episodes that I think are particularly special (plus the movie), but I really just enjoy every minute we get to spend in Serenity’s universe.

[@gregrtodd]

Easily my favourite episode. Just a brilliant way to provide backstory for the crew. The characters really feel fleshed out now. Fantastic storytelling!

[@FeelItRising]

the best piece of TV ever made right there.

[@bradypaschall2070]

So... I've commented before. I'm a huge Browncoat since 2002. I watch it annually and I drove 15 hours to watch the last showing of Serenity in the country to watch it a 4th time. I'm immensely invested in Firefly on a deep, sincere level. To see you so emotionally invested, I'm finally watching a Reactor (I've watched dozens) that I'm excited to watch. This is probably my favorite episode so I had to pause your video to express my excitement in watching your video. Welcome to the Browncoats.

[@julesreacts]

Brady, thank you so much for your lovely words! What beautiful memories you would have and how disappointing it would feel for you to be so heavily invested in this magnificent story only for it... Well, you know the rest. But something I take solace in is that I feel that Firefly has united so many people together, and that is a beautiful thing. Thank you so much for watching and enjoying and also taking the time to leave your kind words 💜

[@bradypaschall2070]

@@julesreacts Of course. Watching the movie Serenity, however, will be.. an experience. It broke a record- a blockbuster film made about a cancelled show. The movie is... Fucking incredible. You think you're crying now? Hoooo boy. If you offer a Patreon that allows fans to watch it with you, I'll join everytime.

[@bradypaschall2070]

Also! You inadvertently referenced a Firefly line in a later episode! That's still more brownie points! The communication between my gf and I is about 1/9th Firefly references.

[@jksgameshelf3378]

Another great reaction. While “Our Mrs. Reynolds” is my favorite episode, I think this episode is the best one. Such great writing and the flashbacks are so great.

[@julesreacts]

JK, everything is masterfully done. It's just incredibly epic 💜🙌

[@CybrSlydr]

I know everyone loves Our Mrs Reynolds, but this right here, is my favorite episode of Firefly. Absolute masterpiece. I think one of the things this episode does so well, is make Serenity feel so cavernous and empty when it's just Mal. That everyone else is what makes it a home.

[@Pixelologist]

Agreed. Masterpiece is absolutely the right word.

[@ernesthakey3396]

Same.

[@brucecsnell]

Agreed, but as I said elsewhere, In my opinion, the triumvirate of Ariel, Out of Gas, and War Stories, taken together, are the best three episodes of TV ever produced.

[@CybrSlydr]

@@brucecsnell I cannot argue that. The character development in those three episodes is more than most TV shows get in an entire TV series.

[@ashleytuchin7693]

Oh, definitely! Our Mrs. Reynolds is the funniest episode of the series, but Out of Gas is my all-time favourite. That's the thing with this show, there aren't any bad episodes.

[@spikeinmadness5005]

Your reaction to finding out who the prairie harpy was, was amazing.😆Kaylee is the best.

[@lazerx1828]

Don't worry Jules, the show does that to me too (and probably lots more of us).

[@ZackScroggins]

My favorite thing about this episode (hard choice, this is probably my favorite episode) is the other crew, the group that shot Mal, because they represent a dark reflection of the Serenity crew. They represent what Mal's crew could have been if Mal was just a little less noble.

[@user-ed5ng6lr1f]

This is my favorite episode by far. Love your reaction.

[@julesreacts]

Thank you!! I'm so glad you did 💜

[@paulgraham2483]

Thanks for doing these reactions, Jules. Always a pleasure to see favorite episodes again through fresh eyes. And every damned one of them is a favorite, but I think Out of Gas might be the best writing and plotting of the whole series...

[@itzel1735]

And cinematography / editing. Excellent.

[@julesreacts]

Paul, my pleasure! Thank you so much for being here 💜

[@tomswift3482]

As I'm sure you will hear- A really fine episode! Let's enjoy it now.

[@julesreacts]

🤭 It was, indeed, really fine!

[@StevesFunhouse]

Jules, OMG, you know what I love the most about this show AND this episode ??? YOU !!! You've brought back all the wonder and excitement of this show to me. I'm just glad I found your channel. My oh my though ... you are, without a doubt, the sweetest person I've ever met (ok, known/talked to) ... so smart and understanding ... the ONLY one who understands and gets as deeply involved in this series the way I do. You got me tearing up in places I never did before, but then it makes sense, because I can see/feel when you're starting to get upset, mad, or giddy. Wow, I really love watching this show with you !!! It's always a pleasure !!!

[@julesreacts]

Steve, thank you so much!! I don't know what to say other than thank you. I don't think I deserve the praise but I'll take it and you can't take it back 😛 This was such a fantastic episode. It's hard for me to say which has been my favourite as they are all so very magnificent... there are some I've liked more than others, but I think I really need to go back and watch them from the beginning once I'm done as I didn't know the characters as well then. A previous episode I might not have liked as much as this one may appeal more now that I know the crew so well, if that makes sense 💜 I hope you have a wonderful day!!

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@julesreacts Jules, just be yourself ... and stop doubting yourself. You're ALWAYS worth it 😊!!! Anyway, I agree. It was a great episode and 1 of my top faves. Yes, of course, it made perfect sense to me when you said you thought you should go back and watch them again ... and you should do that. I rewatch them all the time, and they'll grow on you. I think you've started to realize now, why there are so many Browncoats out there ... the series is phenomenal. I seem to remember mentioning to you that your thoughts might change a bit as time goes on, but I'm holding to my word, and will not tell you anything outside of what you already know, OR my favorite episode(s ... can't have just 1 with this show, can you?). And, as for the comment, "hope you have a wonderful day!!" ... EVERY DAY is a great day, yet you always seem to make it special 😉😊👍🌹 Can't wait until the next one ...

[@endorphinzz]

I always look forward to your Firefly reactions 👍...And I love your laugh lol..

[@julesreacts]

Thank you 😊 💓

[@tracycampbell4526]

I love the dinner table scenes. They really reinforce the "family" aspect of the Serenity crew.

[@Emburbujada]

This is currently my favourite Firefly episode. I keep changing my mind between this one and another two that are coming. This one is great in all aspects, and hits harder because at this point you're already in love with the characters!

[@charlesfcopeland9756]

I loved the first mechanic in the ship. So highly recommended...so under qualified. 😆

[@skleefeld]

I can't tell you how many times I've watched and re-watched this series over the past 20 years and it never ceases to be stellar. I love seeing you fall in love with the characters and the show -- you're a true Browncoat if I've ever seen one! 🤎 Can't stop the signal!

[@julesreacts]

Ahhh thank you so much for your kind words! You're amazing 💜

[@janetnwonderland]

This was my favorite episode of all of them. The ending of it is just beautiful. Before this I loved the crew. After this, I loved Serenity.

[@julesreacts]

I loved this one too! It was so emotional and beautifully done 💜

[@Tampahop]

This is story telling at its best.

[@jesgear]

Of all the times I've watched this episode, I've never cried. But, holy moly, Jules, I think your reaction allowed me to tap into the emotion of the episode, and I had tears in my eyes! 😥 I'm enjoying your Firefly reactions. Keep up the great work 👍

[@julesreacts]

Oh I love that!! Thank you for sharing that with me and I'm glad I wasn't alone with my tears 😥

[@felixVanDiemen]

I love your reactions, you are a beautiful soul 😃 It's so good to watch the episodes again through fresh eyes, thank you 🤩

[@vortexgen1]

Wash's mustache was great, I laughed so hard when I saw it. Great episode. Great show should have gone on for many more years.

[@MrDeathpilot]

There is a hilarious outtake in the gag reel extras, where the camera pans back to Mal and Zoey and they're also wearing mustaches: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z57ZlmB7Z5inqM0 Spoiler Alert: While this gag reel does contain one or two outtakes from episodes not seen yet, there is not enough context to consider them "spoilers". My link will take you directly to the scene mentioned.

[@Kits-Seven]

I like to think of this episode as a back and forth of two stories: one is the story of the emergency, and the second is a story where the ship itself is the main character. Definitely a favorite.

[@mckrackin5324]

This is definitely one of the best episodes of my favorite TV series. I enjoyed watching with you.

[@julesreacts]

Thank you, I am glad to have you here!