Ep 13. Rock Bottom

Backstrom season 1 episode 13, titled "Rock Bottom," follows Portland detective Everett Backstrom as he continues his journey of solving crimes in his unique, unorthodox way. The episode begins with Backstrom receiving a call from his ex-girlfriend, Amy, who is now a high-powered attorney. She has a case that she wants Backstrom to investigate, and he reluctantly agrees.

Meanwhile, Backstrom's team is dealing with a case of their own - a dead body has been found in a dumpster. The victim was a homeless man, and nobody seems to have any information on him. The team struggles to find any leads, and Backstrom is distracted by his personal problems with Amy.

As Backstrom investigates Amy's case, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit, and begins to suspect that his ex-girlfriend may be involved in illegal activities. At the same time, he also starts to connect the dots on the homeless man's murder, and realizes that there may be a bigger conspiracy at play.

Backstrom's investigation leads him down a dark path as he confronts his own demons and faces the consequences of his past mistakes. The episode delves into Backstrom's complicated relationships with women, including his mother and ex-wife, and his struggles with addiction and self-destructive behavior.

Throughout the episode, Backstrom's abrasive personality clashes with his team members, who are constantly exasperated by his unprofessional behavior. But despite his flaws, Backstrom's brilliant mind is always one step ahead of everyone else, and he ultimately solves both cases.

"Rock Bottom" is a gripping, intense episode that showcases the complex character of Everett Backstrom, and highlights the wonderful acting of Rainn Wilson, who brings the character to life on screen. The episode's themes of addiction, relationships, and morality make it a standout in the series, and set the stage for the remaining episodes of the season.