‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 8 Sneak Peek: Prisoners of war plot daring escape from Stalag Luft III
Spoilers for ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 8 on AppleTV+
LONDON, ENGLAND: Apple TV+ has officially released ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 8, building on the intense narrative and character development that has captivated audiences since the series premiere.
In ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 8, the focus shifts to the prisoners of Stalag Luft III, including the Tuskegee pilots who have been captured and sent to the camp.
This episode offers a compelling and multifaceted exploration of the life of prisoners of war in Stalag Luft III, keeping the viewers on the edge of their seats.
What happens between Major John 'Bucky' Egan and Major Gale 'Buck' Cleven?
In ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 7, Major John 'Bucky' Egan (Callum Turner) and Major Gale 'Buck' Cleven (Austin Butler) devise a plan to escape Stalag Luft III prison, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
In Episode 8 of 'Masters of the Air,' viewers are confronted with the stark reality of life in Stalag Luft III, where Buck, Bucky, and their fellow prisoners have endured eight months of captivity.
Bucky appears to be losing his mind because of the pressures of captivity and the trauma of war. However, Buck steps in to remind Bucky of the harsh realities they face and underscores the importance of patience in their struggle for freedom.
Buck seeks assistance from his fellow prisoners to extract tree stumps from the ground for additional firewood to combat the cold. However, Bucky, dissatisfied with the plan, becomes agitated, leading to a physical altercation with Buck.
The tension between Buck and Bucky has been building for some time, fueled by the stress and hardship of their captivity in Stalag Luft III.
Tuskegee Airmen pilots captured, sent to Stalag Luft III
As the episode progresses further, viewers are introduced to Tuskegee Airmen pilots, consisting of Lt Richard D. Macon (Josiah Cross), Lt Robert Daniels (Ncuti Gatwa), Col. Benjamin O. Davis (Jerry MacKinnon), Captain Erwin B. Lawrence (Tomisin Ajani), Lt Joseph Evans Gordon (Kwame Agyei) and Lt Shelby F. Westbrook (Jonathan Jules).
The Tuskegee Airmen embark on a daring mission to Toulon, France, to target the Nazi camps. However, they come under heavy fire from enemy anti-aircraft guns and fighter jets.
In a dramatic turn of events, the Tuskegee Airmen successfully eliminate several Nazi targets during their mission. However, their triumph is short-lived as all their fighter jets crash and fall into Nazi territory.
Macon suffers severe injuries, Joseph and Westbrook are dead, while Daniels and Alex survive the ordeal. As the surviving members assess their situation, they must contend with the harsh realities of being trapped behind enemy lines.
Subsequently, they are sent to Stalag Luft III as prisoners of war. However, some white prisoners refuse to associate with the Tuskegee Airmen.
Tuskegee Airmen forge escape plan from prison camp
As the episode unfolds, Daniels, Macon, and Alex come up with a plan to escape from the camp. Macon emphasizes that they will require the assistance of the white prisoners to execute their escape plan.
At the end of ‘Masters of the Air’ Episode 8, viewers witness a poignant scene as Alex and Buck bond over their mutual fascination with planes. Subsequently, Alex unveils a detailed map, outlining a rough plan for their escape route from the prison camp.
As he lays out his plan, Buck invites Alex and his group to join the rest of the prisoners. In the final scene, the prisoners discreetly prepare to confront the Nazis, crafting wooden stakes and building their strength for the upcoming challenge.
Can the prisoners of war escape Stalag Luft III? Only time will tell.
‘Masters of the Air’ Episodes 1-8 are now streaming on Apple TV+