Which Prue Is It Anyway?

Season 1, Episode 16, Aired
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When Phoebe has a premonition of Prue being stabbed to death, it coincides with a warrior coming to town in order to steal the abilities of a first born witch.
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  • 3 Prues are better than 1.

    8.0
    "Great"
    By iltarion, Jun 11, 2011 Report Abuse
    This is a fun episode that is pretty average for Season 1. Once again a premonition by Phoebe is the catalyst of the story, except this time it is Prue who is killed in the vision. Strangely to combat this possibility, instead of relying on the Power of 3, they decide to go with the power of 3 Prues, as Prue casts a multiplicity spell for obvious results to anyone who has seen the movie. I enjoyed the interplay of the 3 Prues and Shannen certainly did a great job. I especially liked chipper Prue and wish she was around more often. The seductive Prue was less original and had less to do. I feel bad for Andy here. Apparently, Prue is fine with just driving this guy crazy. I mean, how much more can he take? Just tell him already. I think he has already proven open to the supernatural. That bad guy is once again a warlock, which seems to be Season 1's special. In fact, as far as I can tell so far, we've only seen two demons- Javna and Barbas, so far this season. I am fine with the acting here. I like the idea of a crystal sword, but the actual sword they used looked like a plastic child's toy. Good vanquish at the end with the sisters working together. This episode was the introduction of Phoebe's martial arts skills, which would become a character staple. Apparently she is a fast learner since she already uses her skills in the final scene.moreless

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  • Go Prue!!!! You Rock!

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    By DiahAgustrian, Apr 18, 2011 Report Abuse
    As pure Prue's fan, this episode is definitely at top of my fave episodes. Shannen's actings are great and awesome. There are many scenes that can make u laugh out loud. This episode opened by Phoebe gets a premonition of Prue being killed. Instead of relying to the power of three, Prue, supported by Phoebe, casted a spell that can magnify her power to separate Gabriel with his sword. Unfortunately, when Prue tries to multiply her powers three-fold in order to make herself stronger, she gets it wrong and ends up making two extra Prues instead! It's hilarious to see how the three Prues end up annoying Piper and Phoebe. Definitely an excellent acting skill by Shannen. Those who really need to laugh, you better see this episode. The story is original, the actings are great, and the moments are hilarious. Perfect for me, therefore i give 10/10.moreless

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  • After 3 extremely enjoyable episodes this suffers a little of a dip in quality, but only just

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    By AegisAtreyu, Apr 18, 2011 Report Abuse
    I've really enjoyed the last 3 episodes between Wendigo and this but although something that might be pivotal happens here, the rest of the episode isn't quite as enjoyable once Pink lady Prue is killed. The idea of multiple Prues is an enjoyable one but only one stands out and she's killed first (I liked her hair better than normal Prue and although a little bit bimbo her attitude was more enjoyable to watch). This was a shame, however her death does lead to a very good performance from T.W. King as Andy as he is clearly disturbed at seeing Prue alive and well after he has just saw her at the morgue. I don't know where this will lead his character but my guess is that we may have a witch hunt on our hands and that is an interesting prospect.moreless

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  • At Least There Isn't Three Phoebe's...

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    By maxpower03, Apr 17, 2011 Report Abuse
    A really good episode which could have been extremely boring with a clichd "gimmick storyline" featured but which actually ends up being one of the best episodes from the first season.

    Which Prue Is It, Anyway? has Phoebe getting a premonition of Prue being stabbed to death. In order to battle the Lord of War who plans to kill the firstborn witch, Prue casts a spell to multiply her powers. However, the spell goes awry and causes two duplicate versions of Prue to appear.

    This is Shannen's episode and she gives brilliant performances as Prue and her two duplicates, one being extremely annoying and confident, the other sassy and sex-obsessed. This episode also features a brilliant demon plotline, with the Lord of War Gabriel having a decent back-story and there being a neat twist with Helena being revealed as his sister. The only annoyance in this episode is that Andy surely deserves the Most Gullible Cop in the World Award 1999 for his stupidity throughout this hour as he blatantly sees one Prue duplicate dead on a mortuary slab and he completely accepts the real Prue's explanation. There's also a lot of violence in this episode. I love episodes which aren't all family-friendly.

    A brilliant episode which takes an overused idea but makes it genuinely exciting and entertaining.

    Rating: A-moreless

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  • Prue, Prue, Prue. It’s all about Prue.

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    By ViktorCharmed, Apr 17, 2011 Report Abuse
    Which Prue Is It Anyway, does not only have great title. It's a fun hour filled with humour, excitement and is in fact one of the best episodes of Season One. The idea of a character multiplying itself has been used many times before, but Charmed still manages to make an original version of an overused idea. I have said it before, and I will say again, Prue may not be my favourite sister, but Shannen has some real acting skills, and on occasion does bring some life to her character. This episode is a great example of what Prue can, and should be like. Fun, fresh but determined. I liked that the three Prues had different personalities, but still was the same person. It shows that everyone has many personalities, it's just that some parts are more apparent.

    The story about the Lords of War (or whatever they are called), was sort of interesting, and actually threatening. Phoebe learning martial arts is something very good for her character and for the story. Her powers are way to weak for demon battling. Meanwhile, Andy is more boring than ever, but at least he's not as naive and slow as he usually is. Finally, after almost a year, he's beginning to suspect what's up with the sisters.

    The writing is also great in the episode, and it has some great dialogue. That combined with the great acting, especially from Shannen, and a fun story creates a Season One classic, which also happens to be one of the funniest episodes in the series' history.moreless

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    • When Phoebe asks Andy what color sweater the 1st dead Prue was wearing, Andy says, "I think the report said pink." Why would he say this if he saw the body himself? Edit
    • TRIVIA: When Andy goes through Prue's file, an article cut out of a newspaper refers to what happened in the episode Wicca Envy - "Auction House Mystery Remains Unsolved, Impostor Heirs Suspected of Grand Larceny and Murder". Edit
    • TRIVIA: When talking about their plan Pink Prue refers to Piper's restaurant as The Quake. This is not the only time that Prue added "The" in front of Quake. Edit

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    • International Episode Titles: Czech Republic: Která Prue je ta pravá? (Which Prue Is the Right One?) France: Clones en série (A series of clones) Edit
    • This episode scored 5.1 million viewers. Edit

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    • Claire: You're sure you can get that account back? Pink Prue: I'd stake my job on it. Claire: Good, because you just did. Edit
    • Phoebe: "Curiously, the only item found by the slain body of Helena Statler was a blue sweater." Prue: That's a shame because I kinda liked that sweater. Phoebe: What's with the gift basket? Prue: Oh, it's a thank you for my assistant. Believe me, she earned it. Piper: Tumbler number 345, 46 and 47. And that ladies is the end of Quake's yearly inventory. Phoebe: And the end of crowded bathrooms, the end of no hot water and the end of three Prue's hogging all the good clothes. Prue: You know one day you might actually hear what you sound like when you say stuff like that. Phoebe: And I will find myself sassy and delightful. Prue: I won't count on it. All right, to me, myself and I, and to you guys. I couldn't have done it without you, thank you. Phoebe: And to me for kicking some serious demon butt. Prue: And to clones who vanished without a trace. Piper: Poor Andy, do you think he'll ever figure it out? Prue: I don't know but uh, I wouldn't underestimate him. After what happened this morning we're gonna have to be extra careful. Edit
    • Piper: And since it's time for Quake's yearly inventory, I have to count everything in the restaurant down to the last swizzle stick. It's gonna take days. Prue: I guess that's why you get paid the medium-sized bucks. Piper: And which bucks would those be exactly? (Prue notices a statue standing in the living room.) Prue: Okay, okay, what's wrong with this picture? Piper: Aside from me not getting paid enough? Prue: No. What is grams' statue still doing in the living room? Piper: We talked about it last night remember? Prue: Yes, I do remember, and I thought that we agreed that it was an eyesore and she was going back to storage. Piper: That is before I learned that storage down town is now 90 bucks a month and storage here is free. So, I called Phoebe and we decided that she can stay here and last I checked we were still living in a democracy. Prue: Okay, but Piper, she's ugly. Piper: Majority rules, sis. Unless, you can move her. (Prue tries to move her with her power. She can't.) Prue: Oohh... okay, okay, that didn't work. Piper: It's solid marble. It took eight of Phoebe's bouncer friends to move it. It's too heavy for you. Prue: You know, my powers are still growing and one day... Piper: You can move it into the basement. But until then suffer. Phoebe: (from other room) Eeyah! Prue: Phoebe. Edit

  • Allusions

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    • Phoebe: I think I might have just found a way to take some of the Disney out of our life.
      The Walt Disney Company is one of the largest media and entertainment corporations in the world. Founded on October 16, 1923 by brothers Walt and Roy Disney as a small animation studio, it became one of the biggest Hollywood studios and owner of eleven theme parks and several television networks, including the American Broadcasting Company (ABC). Disney's corporate headquarters and primary production facilities are located in California at the Walt Disney Studios (Burbank). Edit
    • Blue Prue: Houston, we have a problem.
      This common misquote is a reference to the Apollo 13 space mission. An accident left the crew stranded in space with minimal power, cabin heat and drinkable water. The actual quote is "Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here", uttered by John L. Swigert, Command Module pilot to NASA ground control. Commanding officer James A. Lovell then uttered this similar phrase: "Houston, we've had a problem." Edit
    • Piper: ...this is like "The Parent Trap" with a B cup.
      This is a reference to the 1961 movie "The Parent Trap" starring Hayley Mills and it is about two identical twins who were separated at birth. To get to know the parent that didn't raise them, the girls switch places with each other. A 1998 remake was done starring Lindsey Lohan as the twins. Edit

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