The first season of introduces the "Pattern," a series of inexplicable and bizarre global events that bridge the gap between science and science fiction. Released in 2008, the season follows FBI Special Agent Olivia Dunham as she recruits institutionalized scientist Walter Bishop and his estranged son, Peter Bishop , to investigate cases ranging from human experimentation to advanced bio-terrorism. Season 1 Quick Facts Original Air Dates: May 12, 2009 Total Episodes: 20
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Between commercial breaks, you’ll notice strange blue/black icons (an apple, a butterfly, a hand with six fingers). These aren't just art—they are a . Each episode’s glyphs spell out a word related to the plot, like "OLIVIA" or "CLOSE". Fringe The first season of introduces the "Pattern,"
Notable for "disgusting" cold opens and 3D location titles integrated into the set. Episode 13: A Longer Piece of Sky (January
Mix of standalone "freak-of-the-week" episodes and deep mythology. David Robert Jones