Faithless S1 is on Showmax
29 August 2023

Faithless Season 1 episode 8 recap: The shadow of death

In the latest episode of Faithless on Showmax, the tension skyrockets as the ladies face the consequences of their actions and grapple with danger on all sides. If you missed it, here’s the episode recap.

Detective Kavili puts the ladies in the hot seat

Faithless episode 8 is on Showmax

Detective Henry Kavili dives into the investigation, questioning Ruth, Deborah, and Hope about the night of Manu's murder. The pressure intensifies as the ladies find themselves under scrutiny.

Jonah's dangerous game

Faithless S1 episode 8 is on Showmax

Jonah takes matters into his own hands, spying on his father's operations. With only a fraction of the money cleaned by Ruth's group, he steals crucial documents and contacts Detective Dan. But will this evidence be enough to finally bring Cain down?

Dan's investigation hits a dead end and Musa is hit by guilt

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Dan follows Jonah’s lead to a strip club but comes up empty-handed. Meanwhile, Musa supports Rachel during Manu's funeral, wrestling with his own guilt as a father.

Ruth plays hardball and Hope comes clean to Joe

Ruth's transformation shocks her friends as she adopts a more ruthless approach. She reveals her new agenda to Deborah and Hope, including a plan involving Esther's safety. Hope's world crumbles as she faces a break-in and is compelled to confess her secrets to Joe.

A hook-up and a heads-up

Faithless is on Showmax

Dan's path crosses with Esther's once again, leading to a surprising and passionate encounter. The morning after, Dan warns Esther about potential surveillance at her home… a warning that proves to be chillingly accurate.

Ruth's revelation and Deborah's loss

Faithless episode 8 is on Showmax

Musa's hidden connection to Manu is finally unveiled when Ruth learns the truth about his identity. Meanwhile, Deborah faces a devastating blow when she discovers her shop has been ransacked by mysterious figures in black.

Desperate plans: Hope and Esther's strategy

Hope and Esther hatch a desperate plan to free themselves from the grip of danger. Their steps include uncovering incriminating transaction records and convincing Jonah to testify against Cain. Esther's protective instincts kick in as she sends Lilly away to safety.

Jonah’s final showdown

Tensions between Cain and Jonah reach a climax, resulting in a deadly confrontation. The episode ends in a shocking turn of events as Jonah falls to his death.

As Faithless unfolds, brace yourself for more twists, heart-stopping moments, and unexpected revelations! All the episodes of Faithless are ready to bingewatch on Showmax.

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