This article contains spoilers from Episodes 1 and 2.
If you’ve ever found yourself captivated by Twin Peaks, acknowledging the shadowy depths lurking beneath its iconic evergreens and cherry pie, then guess what? Your love for Twin Peaks remains intact. For fans of David Lynch—especially those who adore Mulholland Drive, Eraserhead, and Inland Empire—last night’s premiere was a feast for the senses. However, if you’re more familiar with the Etsy-inspired, whimsical side of Twin Peaks, featuring the Log Lady and Agent Dale Cooper’s musings on Tibet, you might feel a bit lost. And if you’ve never seen any of these classics, you probably didn’t make it past the opening scenes.
The episode kicks off with Cooper (played by Kyle MacLachlan) trapped in the eerie Black Lodge. Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee) appears, leading to a haunting exchange reminiscent of the original series: “I’ll see you again in twenty-five years,” she cryptically states, her words twisted in the Lodge’s signature backward-speak. Meanwhile, we catch up with Lucy (Kimmy Robertson) and Deputy Andy (Harry Goaz), who are now married. The Log Lady’s voice, delivered by the late Margaret (Catherine E. Coulson), warns Deputy Hawk (Michael Horse) that “something is missing,” and that “something” essentially refers to Cooper.
In the Black Lodge, MIKE, the one-armed man (Al Strobel), reveals to Cooper that he cannot escape until his doppelgänger returns. This could present a significant obstacle, considering Doppelgänger Coop—who resembles a smarmy Bruce Campbell—is on a chaotic crime spree across multiple states. He tells his underage companion that he won’t return to the Black Lodge for anyone, showcasing a ruthless side of Cooper devoid of compassion. His actions are brutal, leaving a trail of bodies that hint at his monstrous nature—including a librarian in South Dakota who is discovered dead, shot through the eye, with a body that doesn’t match her head.
Interspersed with this grim narrative are two bizarre scenes: one features a man (Ben Rosenfield) in New York City assigned to monitor a mysterious 19th-century glass box. It’s a top-secret arrangement, but he allows his girlfriend (Madeline Zima) to sneak in, only for him to glimpse something horrifying within the box while they share a moment on the couch. Later, Cooper inexplicably drops into the box, but finds it empty.
Back in South Dakota, the investigation into the librarian’s murder uncovers a series of twists—like the school principal (Matthew Lillard) whose fingerprints are all over the crime scene and who is subsequently arrested, much to the chagrin of his wife, who had dinner guests planned. As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear he had an affair with the librarian and that his wife is entangled with his lawyer, highlighting the show’s signature blend of police procedural and soap opera elements.
Where do we head from here? Likely deeper into Lynch’s dark and surreal vision, with hints of familiar characters surfacing again. The episode concludes with Shelly (Mädchen Amick) and James (James Marshall) sharing glances across the Bang Bang Bar dance floor, while Hawk must confront the Black Lodge to save Cooper, and the owls will prove to be not what they seem. Or something like that.
Memorable Quotes:
- “Is it future or is it past?” — MIKE
- “Stop by. I have coffee and pie for you.” — The Log Lady
- “I am the evolution of the arm. This is what I sound like.” — Breathing tree with a talking flesh nub
- “I feel like I know her but sometimes my arms bend back.” — Laura Palmer
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In summary, Twin Peaks’ return dives deep into the unsettling and enigmatic, blending horror with surreal storytelling, while reintroducing beloved characters and themes that both challenge and intrigue the audience.
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