Object

Sam's Serviceable Dark Jacket (S01E09 "The Short List")

A mid-weight, serviceable outer jacket in a neutral dark tone. The fabric holds modest structure with slightly rumpled sleeves from hurried movement; seams and pockets suggest everyday wear rather than fashion. Characters tug it on or drape it over shoulders when preparing to leave, its quick handling underlining urgency and transition.

3 appearances

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments

S1E9 · The Short List

Sam Jolted Awake by Urgent Anonymous Call

Sam grabs and wears the mid‑weight jacket in a single motion to leave the office; the jacket functions as a transitional prop indicating immediate departure and readiness to act, marking Sam's movement from research mode to field response.

Before: Unworn and nearby (draped or at hand) while Sam naps in his chair.

After: Being worn by Sam as he hurries out, slightly rumpled from the rush.

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S1E9 · The Short List

Door Slam and the Revelation

A jacket is physically grabbed by Josh when he steadies and reassures Leo after the revelation. The gesture is both tactile comfort and an assertion of protection, converting a private confession into a bonded, political pact.

Before: Being worn by Leo or draped on his shoulders as he read; part of his presentational casing.

After: Still in Leo's possession/worn, but momentarily handled by Josh as a comforting anchor before being released.

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S1E9 · The Short List

Leo's Recovery Threatened

A jacket is grabbed by Josh when he physically steadies Leo — a brief, tactile moment that translates verbal assurance into human contact. The garment becomes a conduit for consolation and an assertion of protective agency.

Before: Being worn by Leo (serving as an article of clothing during the meeting).

After: Remains in Leo's possession; patted and momentarily steadied by Josh's gesture.

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