MovieBuffSince1995

This episode was a standing in front to the tv, glued to the screen, every moment counts tension-filled kind of episode.

It was bold in its storytelling, and it ended. It was powerful because they really did do something they had never done before. And it was devastating because of that.

Everyone acted their heart out, those with a lot of screen time and those without.

Every member of the cast delivered powerful, emotionally driven performances. From the epic and emotionally brutal moments to the unexpected and quieter moments that did occur in the show.

Overall was this a tough and emotionally draining episode? Absolutely. It was also shocking and devastating. But it was a strong episode that will have fans and the show dealing with for the rest of the season and probably some of the next too.

There may have been a few things that I felt were maybe a smidge rushed. But overall, this was an intense, fast-paced, and powerful episode. The acting for everyone is incredible. It's so good to see moments from characters we haven't seen a lot from, like Ravi. Giving him his moment and continuing to develop his friendship with Buck was excellent to see.

The set up with the guest stars was also excellent. Great actors all around.

The action was great, the acting superb, and Buck and Athena's dynamics are such a joy to see on this show. I do not understand how they will resolve this in the next episode.

Major kudos to the writers Lyndsey Beaulieu & Taylor Wong and director Karla Braun. Welcome to 9-1-1 Karla.

What are you still doing reading this review? Go watch the episode.

Overall its an average type of 9-1-1 episode. Jenniver Love Hewitt is a powerhouse. And although the mystery was a bit predictable, her performance makes it so good. Abigail Spencer coming in was also awesome. They have a good dynamic.

Buck and the dog was super sweet and I love that we see his love for animals first hand in the show.

Now for the bad. Eddie: He's so frustrating and self-centered at this point. Buck certainly has his flaws as he deals with his best friend leaving and he's doing his best while also still dealing with his breakup with Tommy. But Eddie is outright mean and it demonstrates two things for me.

1. Eddie is not in place to get a good partner to anyone.

2. Buck and Eddie are in a kind of one sided friendship.