Future Shock (FlashForward)

Future Shock refers to a specific episode of the television series ''FlashForward''. It is the second episode of the first season, originally airing on October 28, 2009. The episode centers around the aftermath of the global six-minute blackout experienced by the characters in the pilot episode. The narratives explore individual reactions to the visions of their potential futures, focusing on the difficulties of coping with the knowledge of impending events and the various ways characters attempt to alter or accept their foreseen destinies. The episode further develops the overarching mystery surrounding the blackout itself and introduces additional elements of the plot, including new characters and expanding on the established relationships between the main protagonists. The title reflects the emotional and psychological impact of the flash-forward visions on the characters, a "shock" caused by the sudden glimpse into their futures. The episode significantly advances the overall narrative of the series, setting up many of the central conflicts and mysteries for the remaining episodes.