It's a sickness, Mr. Kady, born from a lack of faith...
...and my methods are the only successful means...
...to bring them back into the population. We have to try to help.
-That's insane. -What's insane is why anyone...
...would want to leave in the first place.
Well...
...if there is something wrong going on here...
...I'm gonna have to report it.
Jeez, I'm sorry to hear that, but we've got nothing to hide.
How are you feeling, Mr. Kady?
You look a little peaked.
Get the sheriff to give you a lift.
You look like you could use some rest.
That's okay.
I'll walk.
Hello, Mr. Kady.
Beautiful day, Mr. Kady.
-Hello, Mr. Kady. -How do you do, Mr. Kady?
-Good day, Mr. Kady. -Hi there, Mr. Kady.
Hello, Mr. Kady. What can I do for you?
It doesn't look like your friend is gonna make it today.
You sure he knows where we are?
Yeah, I told him.
Maybe he found something better to do, huh?
Maybe he just forgot.
Yeah, that could be it.
You know what's going on with Amanda Jacobs, don't you?
-You don't know what it's like here. -Then tell me. Please.
They think that I'm dangerous because I don't like it here.
But not to them. To myself.
They've tried to kill my spirit. I keep my thoughts close...
...where they can't find them, all the while...
...just hoping for a chance to leave.
Like Amanda.
-I've gotta find her. -No, don't. Steve, it's too dangerous.
Bobby, you know, some people are starting to whisper about them two.
Stop it, Christian.
He wouldn't do that.
He's my friend.
Still, I wouldn't wait too much longer to ask Courtney to marry you.
Tomorrow, everyone will be at the festival.
You just-- You go there, you let everyone see that you're okay.
And then you just slip away.
I can't just sit here and wait and do nothing.
If you go now, you'll only put her in more danger.
If they figure out what you're doing, they'll just take her somewhere else.
Steve...
...stay with me.
I don't belong here.
This isn't-- This isn't right.
Just promise me that you will take me with you.
I promise.
Hey, Steve-O. What happened to you yesterday?
Thought we were going shooting.
That's right. You know, I completely forgot, Bobby. I'm sorry.
Hey, Steve. Come on, let's dance.
Boy, that's some friend you got there, Bobby.
Shut up, Christian.
-What was that all about? -I really need to talk to you...
...but everybody's watching us.
Past the woods there's a cabin...
...about a half mile in. And if you're in trouble, you find it.
-What? -Courtney.
Come stand with your mama.
Find it.
Gather around, everyone. Gather around.
Is everyone here? Minus the notable exceptions:
Amanda, the Sydes, the Hillenbocks?
Well, that should be everybody, then.
We give you thanks, almighty Father...
...for bringing new friends to the community.
We give you thanks, O Lord our God.
Solidarity and steadfastness. We are the union of the divine...
...and we shall cherish equilibrium and peace.
All right, enjoy yourself, everyone.
I can't believe this is the second one this year.
Would have had a third if Ray Jacobs hadn't done what he did.
How often do you have these festivals?
-lt depends. -On what?
The population, of course.
Why, we're having this one because of you.
Didn't you know? You make 437.
I'm so happy and blessed. Thank you for this.
Don't forget to restart your clocks until next time.
Now, let's try to finish off Sadie's pies there. She's put a lot of love in them.
Are you out of your minds?
Doc, looks like we've got a live one.
Are you all out of your fucking minds?!
How you doing there, Steve? Why don't you come along with us.
It's okay, Steve-O. The doctor can help.
Run! Run!
Keep him still.
No. Don't hurt him, please!
Why would we hurt him? We're concerned about his health.
He's got the fever. He wants to run, just like you wanted to before.
-He's not sick! You are! All of you! -You don't know what you're saying.
-Take it back. -I won't.
-It's evil! -Come on.
-Help her. Take her to Doc Greaver. -No! No!
No!
Very good.
How are you feeling, son?
Don't be embarrassed, Mr. Kady. We've seen it all before.
You killed her.
You killed that poor woman.
Her name was Ruby Flynn.
And Ruby was honored to sacrifice herself for the good of the community.
We can't help you understand until you lie still.
Back in 1 860, the population of Rockwell Falls was 436.
And the town was happy and prosperous.
But then a wicked man came to town...
...and his wickedness spread amongst the community...
...until God wiped the cancer clear out by fire.
Seymour Grateman, my great-grandfather...
...he rebuilt the town.
And he established a moratorium on the population: 436.
And that number obviously pleased our Father because...
-...well, we guard it to this very day. -It's God's law.
But I didn't move here. I'm going home to Chicago.
I have a home.
We believe in our ways, Mr. Kady.
But we don't suppose the outside world would understand.
We know we've been chosen...
-...just as you were. -That's what your fever is.
You give subversion a name and then you cure it?
Mr. Kady, we did not create the fever.
You're having a spell now. Can you feel that rage and anger?
-That's not what God intended. -We must save you from yourself.
Believe us, Mr. Kady, everyone who tries running ends up dying.
Not by our hands, but by God's.
People will be looking for me.
That's all right. We have taken care of that.
What does that mean?
You'll learn to love it here, Mr. Kady, like everyone.
I'm not staying here! Do you hear me?
-Doc. -I am not staying here!
God! No, don't! No!
-Don't! Please! -It's for your own good, Mr. Kady.
No, don't! Please! Don't!
You'll see a bright light...
...and it feels like you're dying, but don't worry.
No! No. No.
Solidarity and steadfastness.
We are the union of the divine.
We shall cherish equilibrium and peace.
Dear Frank; My life has changed here.
I've found a new home. Send regards to everyone and arrange...
...to take what you want from my place and my office.
Tell the boss I'll send the reports soon. Thanks. Steve.
Hi, you've reached Steve. Leave me a message.
Easy, honey. You're fine.
You were having a nightmare, but those will go away soon.
You're running a little hot but you'll be fine. Don't worry.
Mr. Kady. Stop.
Get me the sheriff.
Thattaboy.
That's it.
Watch yourself.
Hey, boy!
Where you going?
Why didn't you go, Steve?
Get out of the car. Now.
It doesn't run. They parted it years ago.
Even if it did, you can't get away.
Who are you?
My name is John Green.
I came here eight years ago.
I also thought I was just passing through.
You do what I say.
You have to be one of them. Do you understand?
You have to be one of them.
Come here, boy.
Hey.
-You looking for Mr. Kady? -He's not doing good.
We need to get him some help.
You got it all wrong. I invited him up a few days ago.
If you don't believe me, sheriff, come on.
Steve!
I'd like to have a word with you.
-What seems to be the trouble? -About to ask you the same.
Belma called.
She said you ran from her place.
My God, I am so sorry. I didn't mean to cause any trouble.
-I had a strange feeling-- -He's lying.
Give him a chance. He's been a straight arrow.
Even forgave my son, Curly.
Steve.
Do you understand how things work around here?
I sure do, sheriff.
I understand how important God's laws are.
That's why everything is so-- So peaceful.
It's what God intended.
Temperature's running high, but he seems fine.
May have been a spell.
Be more careful next time. You don't want us getting the wrong impression.
-lt won't happen again. I promise. -Thattaboy.
Why don't you come back with us.
It's lunch. I'm sure Belma's cooking up something.
Give us a minute. I want him to say bye to the kids.
They took a liking to him.
There must be a way out.
What are you so afraid of?
That they're right.
Strange things happen to anyone who tries to leave.
-I can't explain. -Self-fulfilling prophecy.
You think something's gonna happen, it will.
What about the delivery trucks that come in?
They don't stay the night. That's the difference.
Would you listen to yourself? If you buy into this, you are as crazy as they are.
Look, I am getting out of here, with or without your help.
Have you had the nightmares?
Maybe you can close your eyes to all this...
...but I can't.
-He's gonna help me with my boat. -We knew you'd come around.
Help me with the crops on Saturday.
Harmony's gonna have the baby soon.
That will put us back at 437.
Some don't want another drawing, so here's your chance.
Get rid of him. Everyone will look the other way.
Then you do it.
I can't hurt nobody, Christian.
Deputy Hecker, Mr. Kady just left Belma's.
I want you to keep an eye on him.
I'm on it, sheriff.
You know, you always were stupid, Bobby.
And look where it's gotten you.
Belma said you called the house.
What do you want?
There's a secret road past the old sinkhole.
It's how the delivery trucks get in and out.
That kid Obie follows them down the road.
Turn right just past the bridge.
There's a delivery today at 4.
Deputy Hecker, he's walking up Main, heading toward the hardware store.
I got him.
-How you feeling, Mr. Kady? -Just a spell, you know how it is.
Listen, do you have any kerosene? Belma could use some for her burner.
Just a sec.
Welcome to Rockwell Falls.
No, Curly, that was a few days ago.
You mind if I head out the back?
-Go ahead. -Thanks again.
I've been thinking about what you said.
About being my friend and all.
I'm confused, Steve-O.
Stopped by the house the other night...
...to finally ask Courtney to marry me...
...and I stumbled up next to the barn.
You and Courtney were already together.
-I'm sorry. -Do you think I'm dumb? Is that it?
Think I'm some stupid country boy...
...and you can take her out from under my nose?
-No. I don't. -God, it hurts so bad.
-Bobby, listen-- -You can't imagine how it hurts.
If you ever loved her...
...you will help me get her out of here.
You don't know what you're dealing with.
Please, give her a chance.
I just want this to go away.
I just want it to go away.
Bobby, you don't mean that. You don't mean that.
Put the gun down.
It's okay.
Please.
Come on.
I'm just all messed up inside.
This beer gets to my head sometimes.
I'm sorry, Bobby.
-Where's Mr. Kady? I saw him come in. -Yeah, he left out back a while ago.
-It's a fire! -Get down!
It's our garage!
Relax, everyone, relax.
Jack? Jack, get a bucket brigade going from that tower.
Bobby?
Bobby.
Bobby, you all right?
Bobby.
Greaver's.
He's going after Courtney.
I knew it. Come on.
-We are the union of divine. -We are the union of divine.
-We cherish equilibrium and peace. -We cherish equilibrium and peace.
Mr. Kady, you do not know what you are doing.
Okay, up against the wall, both of you.
Handcuff yourself to the radiator.
All right, where's Courtney?
She went home this morning, doctor's orders.
Don't lie to me. Where is she?
Has anyone lied to you?
It's you who won't face the truth.
-Where's Amanda? Tell me. -You can't help her.
-Where is she? -Downstairs.
Oh, hello. We weren't expecting company.
I'm getting you out of here.
-We don't have much time. -But this is our home.
They haven't found anything permanent for us, but we're ready.
We're doing much better now.
Amanda.
-It's okay. -Dear, would you like...
...another fresh blueberry muffin?
Come on.
This way.
Oh, my God.
There they are. Over there.
He's going for the tow truck.
Get in there.
-Get down. Keys? -Under the seat.
Wait here.
There you are.
I'm so glad you're okay.
It's gonna be all right. I'm gonna get you out.
Why?
What?
I'm sorry you missed lunch. It was lovely.
Oh, my God, no.
Come on, we gotta go.
Please, Steve.
Steve. It's too late.
She's been cured.
Get out of the car, Steve.
Stay down.
Don't do this, Bobby.
What are you waiting for? Shoot him!
Shut up, Christian.
It's different now, Bobby. He's got your gun.
Shoot him!
Goddamn it, Bobby, if you won't do it, I will.
Jesus.
-Hi there. -Hey.
-Seems I got a little tire trouble here. -Oh, yeah?
Probably from the huge crater in the road.
Listen, I'm on my way to Rockwell Falls.
Looking for a friend of mine.
You must be Frank.
Mr. Kady mentioned you. Nothing but nice things to say.
I'm afraid you just missed him.
No longer with us, as of two days ago.
You're kidding me.
What a jerk. He made it seem like he was gonna be out here a while.
I thought I'd check in on him, see what the good life's all about.
Well, you're welcome to come into town...
...have some of the world's best apple pie if you like.
We're having a little celebration. Plenty to eat and drink.
What's the occasion?
Rain, sent from heaven.
Put out a bad fire a couple of days ago.
And Harmony Evans, local girl, just delivered twins.
Oh, and Bobby, my deputy, just got engaged to the love of his life.
-Sounds good. I'm hungry. -All right.
Yeah, grab a couple of things. I'll give you a ride.
That tow truck will be back to pick up your car in just a bit.
-What about the rest of my stuff? -We're real honest around here.
Never any crime in Rockwell Falls.
-Sounds nice. -You'll love it.