[s1e22] The Hunters Apr 2026

A flamboyant immortal and close friend of Duncan who arrives to alert him to the danger.

While most Watchers simply observe, this episode reveals their existence to Duncan for the first time, setting up the central lore for the rest of the series. Critical Plot Points for Fans [S1E22] The Hunters

The murder of Darius is particularly shocking because it occurs within a church, traditionally "holy ground" where immortals are safe from combat. A flamboyant immortal and close friend of Duncan

This episode shifts the series' focus from purely "Immortal vs. Immortal" duels to the existential threat posed by humans who know their secret. "Highlander" The Hunters (TV Episode 1993) - IMDb This episode shifts the series' focus from purely

Duncan MacLeod is visited by his immortal friend, Hugh Fitzcairn, who warns of immortals mysteriously disappearing. After their mutual mentor and friend, the holy immortal Darius, is brutally murdered in his church, Duncan and Fitzcairn realize they are being hunted by mortals rather than other immortals.

A secret, rogue faction within the Watchers led by James Horton . They break the Watcher's primary rule of non-interference by actively hunting and beheading immortals.