Chapter 7

"Chapter 7" is the seventh episode of the first season of the American cable television series Legion, based on the Marvel Comics character David Haller, and connected to the X-Men film series. The episode was written by co-producer Jennifer Yale and directed by Dennie Gordon. It originally aired on FX on March 22, 2017. The series follows David Haller, a "mutant" diagnosed with schizophrenia at a young age. Struggling to differentiate reality from fantasy, Haller tries to control his mutant powers and the sinister forces trying to control them while evading a government agency. In the episode, the team uncovers the truth behind the Devil with Yellow Eyes, while David struggles in breaking free from his mind. According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.716 million household viewers and gained a 0.4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the writing, character development, revelations, directing and performances. Plot The Devil with Yellow Eyes, in the form of Lenny (Aubrey Plaza), questions Amy (Katie Aselton) about her childhood, as well as David (Dan Stevens). The Devil with Yellow Eyes wants to know more about David's father, but also notes that Cary (Bill Irwin) has left the hospital.