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The Message

S01E13·8.1·1h·FOX

A former Independence soldier who had served with Mal and Zoe returns in a dramatic manner, with a vicious Alliance officer chasing after him for some unusual smuggled goods.

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#9In Season 1of 14 rated episodes

#9All-timeof 14 rated episodes

−0.2vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.3

Guest stars

Richard Burgias Lieutenant Womack

Al Puglieseas Amnon

Jonathan M. Woodwardas Tracey Smith

Morgan Rusleras Barker

Vincent Craig Dupreeas Skunk

Todd Nakamuraas Fendris

Crew

Tim MinearWriter · Director

Joss WhedonWriter

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