As a devoted fan of 911 for the past decade and counting, I’ve seen my fair share of ups and downs in the lives of our beloved firefighters and paramedics. But Season 8 started off on a rocky note, with Bobby’s resignation, Gerrard’s return, and Hen and Karen losing custody of Mara.
Caution: This article contains SPOILERS for 911 Season 8 Episode 4
However, I must say, the writers did an outstanding job rectifying those early mistakes in a single hour! It’s as if they heard the collective groans of fans everywhere and decided to give us what we truly wanted.
How did 911 right itself?
The episode began with Buck struggling under Gerrard’s wing, which was about as comfortable as a pair of ill-fitting turnout gear. When Gerrard demanded Buck choose who to let go from the firehouse, I could almost hear the fans shouting, “Not my favorite character!”
Hen and Karen were fighting an uphill battle to regain custody of Mara, with Ortiz using her political power against them. But in a clever twist, Hen used Ortiz’s own tactics against her, revealing her manipulations on camera.
Bobby stepped up as the hero we all knew he could be, convincing Gerrard to take the consultant spot on the TV show and orchestrating Ortiz’s downfall. It was a beautiful comeback for our favorite firehouse family.
Eddie and Christopher are still missing in action, but I guess even a rescue team needs a break sometimes. All in all, it was a fantastic episode that left me cheering for more!
911 Season 8 airs Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC.
On a lighter note, I can’t help but wonder if Ortiz will make a comeback as the villain in Season 9…or perhaps in a spin-off show called “Councilwoman Ortiz: The One Who Got Away”!
911 has skillfully rejuvenated the series with its latest season, correcting some early errors from Season 8!
Caution: This article contains SPOILERS for 911 Season 8 Episode 4
911’s Season 8 has had a challenging beginning. The storyline kicked off with Bobby resigning right before an event that nearly cost him his life, yet left him yearning to come back in the Season 7 finale. Regrettably, it appears his resignation is permanent. To make matters worse, his successor turned out to be Gerrard, the harsh captain who caused difficulties for Hen during her rookie days. He quickly began ruling the 118 with an iron fist.
Hen found herself in disarray due to the unfortunate loss of their foster daughter Mara’s custody, which was largely instigated by Councilwoman Ortiz who unfairly accused Hen for not saving her son from a car accident (even though the boy had refused treatment on scene and the crash was actually his fault). To add to the distress, Eddie remained depressed as his son Christopher was residing with his grandparents in Texas, causing him discomfort due to the sight of Eddie kissing a woman who resembled Christopher’s deceased mother.
The initial three episodes of the new season were centered around events such as a “bee-like tornado” (a playful term for it) and Athena’s mission to prevent an airplane crash, all while there was a passenger on board who could help apprehend a dangerous criminal. Meanwhile, Bobby had been collaborating on a firefighter television program, which provided some self-deprecating humor, and he formed a connection with the main actor.
Fans weren’t thrilled with all the modifications…but within an hour, it was nearly perfectly rectified.
How did 911 right itself?
From the get-go, I found myself feeling somewhat out of sync in my new role, having been mentored by Gerrard after I’d saved his life. It’s not that I didn’t appreciate it; quite the contrary, but I couldn’t help but resent it a bit. The situation became even more uncomfortable when Gerrard asked me to decide who among us at the firehouse should be “trimmed down.
Hen and Karen attempted to regain their roles as foster parents, but a judge with connections to Ortiz, who is now campaigning for mayor, seemed unwilling to help. In a confidential conversation, Ortiz admitted that she had arranged for Gerrard’s assignment to Station 118 in the past specifically to target Hen. Furthermore, Ortiz exploited her son’s death by mandating firefighters to wear body cameras on duty.
Each team member approached Bobby hesitantly, asking him to return with them. In the end, not only did he consent but Bobby devised a stunning solution to resolve the issue. Initially, he crossed paths with Gerrard on the TV show stage, presenting himself as an authority figure on the program, understanding it would appeal to Gerrand’s ego. He then exposed the truth about how Gerrard was being manipulated by Ortiz.
During a meeting, Gerrard confronted Ortiz, implying that if she truly wanted to harm Hen, she should target Hen’s real family instead. Later, at the same meeting, Ortiz suggested closing down the 118 firehouse due to budget issues. When Hen spoke against this, Ortiz was dismissive. However, Hen used Ortiz’s own words against her, revealing a video from Gerrard’s body cam that showed Ortiz admitting to using power and manipulation for personal revenge.
As a gaming enthusiast, it’s clear that Ortiz’s political journey had reached its end. Instead, Gerrard chose to step into the role of consultant on the TV series, and just like that, the episode concluded with Bobby being reinstated in the 118 team. Simultaneously, Hen and Karen managed to bring Mara back safe and sound too.
Currently, Eddie and Christopher find themselves in an uncertain situation. However, it’s impressive that in just one episode, 911 managed to rectify its narrative, reuniting the family of the 118 and defeating their adversaries, making a strong start for Season 8 with enemies vanquished.
911 Season 8 airs Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC.
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2024-10-19 17:54