: Alan convinces Sam to leave the body of his latest victim, Elias, in a place where it can be found by his family. Alan frames this as a vital exercise in developing empathy.
In episode 6 of The Patient , titled "," Dr. Alan Strauss (Steve Carell) experiences a psychological breakthrough—and takes his most daring risk yet—while held captive by serial killer Sam Fortner (Domhnall Gleeson). Episode 6 Highlights The Patient subtitles English S01E06
: The episode delves into Alan's Jewish heritage, featuring visions of his late wife, Beth, singing and haunting imagery of the Holocaust that reflects his internal state of imprisonment. Series Overview FX's The Patient | Watch on Hulu - FX Networks : Alan convinces Sam to leave the body