Being Human 5.02 "Sticks And Rope" Spoiler-Free Preview

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We’ve seen the second episode of Being Human series five: here’s our cryptic, teasing preview (no significant plot spoilers)

Being Human 5.02 "Sticks And Rope" Spoiler-Free Preview

There's a flashback - but, for once, it's not for Hal.

The werewolf and the vampire are pitted against one another in conflict.

Both Hal and Alex have problems with parenting.

We see what’s possibly the ultimate Daily Express headline.

Doctor Who fans who know Peter Davison’s debut may experience déjà vu.

So might anyone who remembers The Les Dawson Show ...

Hal gets to show off his rich vocabulary – and he’s not the only one.

Alex is accused of being a Victorian prostitute.

Someone almost says the N word.

We see Hal wearing a crown.

Crumb has a rather unfortunate family reunion.

Tom ends up in a jam.

Alex finally gets some closure.

Phil Davis gets to deliver a truly magnificent villainous rant.

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Ian Berriman
Ian Berriman
Deputy Editor, SFX

Ian Berriman has been working for SFX – the world's leading sci-fi, fantasy and horror magazine – since March 2002. He's also a regular writer for Electronic Sound. Other publications he's contributed to include Total Film, When Saturday Comes, Retro Pop, Horrorville, and What DVD. A life-long Doctor Who fan, he's also a supporter of Hull City, and live-tweets along to BBC Four's Top Of The Pops repeats from his @TOTPFacts account.