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Simon
The sensitive, isolated boy at the centre of this episode.
COMPLETE BBC SERIES GUIDE · EPISODE 3 OF 4
LORD OF THE FLIES
Episode 3 · Simon
The setup
With the boys divided, fear of the beast gives Jack more power. Ralph’s authority is fragile, and Simon is caught between his friendships and the growing hostility.
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6 peopleThe only names you need
J
Jack
Leader of the hunters, using meat and fear to attract followers.
R
Ralph
Struggling to maintain authority as boys leave his camp.
P
Piggy
Still defending thought, rules and the conch.
R
Roger
Jack’s increasingly cruel and obedient hunter.
SaE
Sam and Eric
The twins whose sighting on the mountain intensifies fear of the beast.
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Key story points
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Content note: Child peril, bullying, violence, death, blood, fire and distressing themes.