Ep 1. Going Under

Gangland Undercover is a riveting true-crime drama based on the life of Charles Falco, a former drug addict turned undercover agent who infiltrates one of America's most notorious outlaw motorcycle gangs. Season 1 episode 1, titled "Going Under", introduces us to Charles Falco, a man desperate to turn his life around after years of drug abuse and living on the streets.

After being arrested for selling drugs, Falco is given a choice: face a lengthy prison sentence or go undercover for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to help bring down a powerful, violent biker gang. Falco chooses to go undercover and begins a dangerous and intense journey that would change his life forever.

In "Going Under", we follow Falco as he meets his handler, ATF Agent Koz, and receives his first mission - gain the trust of the Vagos, a notorious motorcycle club operating in Southern California. Falco's journey starts with him riding a Harley Davidson to a biker bar where drinks, drugs, and tattooed gang members greet him.

As Falco is accepted as a hang-around for the Vagos, he quickly learns the ropes of the biker lifestyle, from the rules they abide by to their code of silence. He is taken to clubhouses, parties, and run-ins with rival gangs. While capturing his new life undercover with a hidden camera, Falco is faced with moral dilemmas as he witnesses the violence and brutality of the world he has immersed himself in, a world where loyalty and respect are demanded at all times, and where betrayal is punishable by death.

Throughout the episode, the tension builds as Falco pushes the boundaries of his cover story, desperate for acceptance and information. He is tested by the Vagos members and is forced to participate in a shoot-out, putting his life on the line to maintain his cover.

The highlight of the episode comes when Falco is introduced to the Vagos leader, "Diamond" Dan, a smooth-talking, charismatic figure whose leadership is indomitable. In a tense confrontation, Dan tells Falco that he needs to "prove" himself to the club by shooting another member in a bold move to prove his loyalty to the gang.

"Going Under" provides a gripping introduction to the show and we are left wondering what will happen to Falco as he is increasingly pulled deeper into the world of the Vagos. Will he be able to maintain his cover and bring down the gang? Or will he be found out and face the brutal consequences of his actions?

Overall, "Going Under" sets the stage for the series brilliantly, introducing the audience to the biker culture and the high stakes of life undercover. The episode is action-packed, tension-filled, and leaves us eager to see what happens next to Charles Falco. Combining compelling acting, intense action, and a gripping narrative, Gangland Undercover is must-watch television for anyone interested in true-crime and the world of outlaw motorcycle gangs.