‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 6 Takeaway: Major John 'Bucky' Egan's life takes a drastic turn amid war
Spoilers for ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 6
LONDON, ENGLAND: Apple TV’s gripping war drama series ‘Masters of the Air’ takes intensity up a notch in Episode 5, portraying the brutal realities of war.
As the aftermath of the Munster mission unfolds in Episode 6, Robert 'Rosie' Rosenthal and his team find solace at a country estate.
However, the spotlight shifts to Major John 'Bucky' Egan, played by Callum Turner, as Episode 6 delves into his struggle for survival in hostile territory.
Viewers can anticipate uncovering a multitude of intriguing developments in this gripping installment of 'Masters of the Air.'
What happens to Major John 'Bucky' Egan?
Major John 'Bucky' Egan finds himself in enemy territory at a farm, desperately searching for food and shelter.
Unfortunately, he is captured and transported by train into the heart of Nazi Germany.
As Bucky navigates through this perilous situation, German locals, fueled by anger, launch attacks on the American soldiers. The hostility escalates to a brutal extent, resulting in the tragic death of some Americans at the hands of German civilians.
Bucky, too, becomes a victim of this violence, facing a merciless beating that underscores the harsh realities of war portrayed in 'Masters of the Air.'
Is Major John 'Bucky' Egan alive?
In a twist of fate, the Germans believe Bucky to be deceased, preparing to lay him to rest in the woods.
However, Bucky seizes the opportunity for a daring escape. Executing a clever plan, he plays dead, slumping over and remaining motionless, successfully deceiving those around him.
In a nail-biting sequence, he makes his escape, running for his life through the forest.
Major John 'Bucky' Egan is captured again
‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 6 revolves around Bucky and his potential escape plans.
After a harrowing escape, he is exhausted but exhilarated by his successful escape.
However, he is captured again and then taken to be interrogated by Lt. Haussmann (Louis Hofmann).
During the interrogation session, he refuses to give the Germans any new information. Subsequently, he is sent to a concentration camp and becomes a prisoner of war.
In the final scene, he notices Major Gale 'Buck' Cleven (Austin Butler) from behind the fencing. Bucky reunites with Gale and his other friends.
Gale and his crewmen have survived the last mission but are captured by the Germans, ultimately becoming the prisoners of war.
‘Masters of the Air’ Episodes 1-6 are now streaming on Apple TV+