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Once Upon a Time
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The Savior

  • Episode aired Sep 25, 2016
  • TV-PG
  • 43m
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7.6/10
1.1K
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Jennifer Morrison, Lana Parrilla, Jared Gilmore, and Josh Dallas in Once Upon a Time (2011)
AdventureFantasyRomance

Regina and Zelena come to terms with their newfound sisterhood, while Emma sees a vision and Mr. Gold visits Belle in a dream.Regina and Zelena come to terms with their newfound sisterhood, while Emma sees a vision and Mr. Gold visits Belle in a dream.Regina and Zelena come to terms with their newfound sisterhood, while Emma sees a vision and Mr. Gold visits Belle in a dream.

  • Director
    • Eagle Egilsson
  • Writers
    • Edward Kitsis
    • Adam Horowitz
    • Brigitte Hales
  • Stars
    • Ginnifer Goodwin
    • Jennifer Morrison
    • Lana Parrilla
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    1.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Eagle Egilsson
    • Writers
      • Edward Kitsis
      • Adam Horowitz
      • Brigitte Hales
    • Stars
      • Ginnifer Goodwin
      • Jennifer Morrison
      • Lana Parrilla
    • 5User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
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    Robert Carlyle in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Hank Harris in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Jennifer Morrison in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Jennifer Morrison in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Robert Carlyle in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Josh Dallas in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Raphael Sbarge in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Jennifer Morrison in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Hank Harris, Jennifer Morrison, Lana Parrilla, Colin O'Donoghue, Jared Gilmore, and Josh Dallas in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Colin O'Donoghue in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Ginnifer Goodwin, Lana Parrilla, and Josh Dallas in Once Upon a Time (2011)
    Lana Parrilla in Once Upon a Time (2011)

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    Ginnifer Goodwin
    Ginnifer Goodwin
    • Mary Margaret Blanchard
    Jennifer Morrison
    Jennifer Morrison
    • Emma Swan
    Lana Parrilla
    Lana Parrilla
    • Regina Mills…
    Josh Dallas
    Josh Dallas
    • David Nolan
    Emilie de Ravin
    Emilie de Ravin
    • Belle Gold
    Colin O'Donoghue
    Colin O'Donoghue
    • Captain Killian 'Hook' Jones
    Jared Gilmore
    Jared Gilmore
    • Henry Mills
    • (as Jared S. Gilmore)
    Rebecca Mader
    Rebecca Mader
    • Zelena
    Robert Carlyle
    Robert Carlyle
    • Mr. Gold…
    Deniz Akdeniz
    Deniz Akdeniz
    • Aladdin
    Beverley Elliott
    Beverley Elliott
    • Granny Lucas
    Oded Fehr
    Oded Fehr
    • Jafar
    Hank Harris
    Hank Harris
    • Dr. Henry Jekyll
    Giles Matthey
    Giles Matthey
    • Gideon
    Raphael Sbarge
    Raphael Sbarge
    • Dr. Archie Hopper
    Sam Witwer
    Sam Witwer
    • Mr. Hyde
    Thomas Gasior
    • Musketeer Man
    Tarun Keram
    Tarun Keram
    • Emir
    • Director
      • Eagle Egilsson
    • Writers
      • Edward Kitsis
      • Adam Horowitz
      • Brigitte Hales
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      Jafar's quote "They pick the fruit, they cut the branches, and all that's left is this... shaky stump," Is a reference to the story "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein.
    • Quotes

      Regina Mills: I was an awful stepmother.

      Mary Margaret Blanchard: Regina, come on, that was the past.

      Regina Mills: I know I was. How did you maintain hope during those terrible times?

      Mary Margaret Blanchard: Well, when my mother died... then my father... I mean, I had nothing. And then I realized, while y- well, the Evil Queen was trying to kill me, that the only way I could stay alive was to never give up. You taught me how to have faith. You were the one who taught me that hope is a choice.

      Regina Mills: I think Hades was wrong. Robin is at peace.

      [pause]

      Regina Mills: You know, I've been sitting here thinking about these new people and how pathetic they were for hiding in some horrible land, so their stories didn't have to play out. And then I realized... that's exactly what I used to do.

      Mary Margaret Blanchard: [chuckles] I don't remember you hiding from *anything*.

      Regina Mills: Oh, I did. My life just stopped. The only story I heard was the one I kept telling myself - that I was... the Evil Queen. Until finally, I forgot the most important thing. My life was never just one story. It was many stories. To some, a villain. I hurt people... in ways I can never make up for. To others I'm... a hero. They've seen my strength, my ability to do the hard things, even when I thought I couldn't. I want to start a new story. One where the Evil Queen doesn't get a part. And I choose to believe that *this* story will have a better ending than my last.

    • Crazy credits
      The opening sequence shows Jafar flying through the forest on his carpet.

    User reviews5

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    9/10
    ONCE UPON A TIME returns for season six with new heroes, villains, and a look into what it means to be "the Savior".
    ONCE UPON A TIME (2011-present) is back for another season, and continues to make a splash with audiences. I've really enjoyed the fresh take of these classic mythical, fictional, and fairy tale characters. With heroes presented as villains, villains presented as heroes, and villains redeeming themselves and now siding with heroes this show definitely keeps the audience guessing.

    This season we'll also get to see what being a "Savior" really means, and even get to meet at least one other-- Aladdin (Deniz Akdeniz) and his nemesis, Jafar (Oded Fehr).

    There have been missteps here and there, but I like the fact that the writers don't generally draw too many story lines out. Sure, Rumpelstiltskin/ The Beast (Robert Carlyle) is still basically evil, but Regina Mills, The Evil Queen (Lana Parrilla) isn't anymore. She's even forged close bonds with both Snow White/ Mary Margaret Blanchard (Ginnifer Goodwin) and her daughter Emma Swan (Jennifer Morrison). Regina and Emma are even happily sharing parental duties of their son, Henry (Jared S. Gilmore). Even after five years, the Sunday primetime show has maintained loyal audience.

    As both a writer and reader, I really enjoy the creativity of this show. Last night's sixth season premiere, THE SAVIOR was no exception to that rule. In fact, it had some very powerful performances in the form of scenes between Emma Swan and Dr. Hopper/ Jiminy Cricket (Raphael Sbarge), Regina Mills and Mary Margaret, and Mr. Hyde (Sam Witwer) is a true antagonist.

    I was first introduced to Witwer when he played Davis Bloome/ Doomsday on Smallville. I didn't really like his performance on that show. The same cannot be said about this episode. He's menacing, villainous, sinister, and a perfect counterpoint for the heroes.

    The on/off/on/off/on/off relationship between Belle (Emilie de Ravin) and Rumple does get a bit taxing at times, but the premiere did add a new dynamic to it and even a little more romance, which might give it a fresh perspective. Only time will tell how this story line pans out.

    THE SAVIOR was a great start to the show's sixth season, with a strong ensemble cast.. I'm eagerly waiting to see how it pans out, and I still recommend this fun, imaginative, family friendly show.

    ONCE UPON A TIME airs on ABC on Sundays at 8PM EST.
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    • Release date
      • September 25, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • Kitsis/Horowitz
      • ABC Signature
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    • Runtime
      43 minutes
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    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
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      • 16:9 HD

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