Ep 2. Watt a Way to Go
- TV14
- October 4, 1984
- 48 min
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7.9 (90)
In Hill Street Blues season 5 episode 2, titled "Watt a Way to Go," the Hill Street precinct deals with the aftermath of a power blackout caused by a transformer explosion. The officers are forced to navigate a city in chaos, with looters taking advantage of the situation, and emergency services being stretched thin.
As the episode opens, we see the officers of Hill Street precinct dealing with a seemingly unending torrent of 911 calls, all relating to the power outage and the ensuing chaos. Captain Furillo (Daniel J. Travanti) is on the ground, coordinating the response and trying to triage the most urgent calls. Meanwhile, Sergeant Jablonski (Richard Jaeckel) is working to maintain order, dealing with looters and trying to keep the peace.
The episode also delves into the personal lives of some of the officers, providing glimpses into their struggles and insecurities. Detective LaRue (Kiel Martin) is dealing with the fallout from a split with his girlfriend, while the newly promoted Sergeant Belker (Bruce Weitz) is struggling to find his place in a leadership role.
As the power outage drags on, tensions continue to rise, both within the precinct and in the streets. The officers are forced to make difficult decisions, trying to balance the urgent needs of the community with their own safety. Meanwhile, back at the station, Lieutenant Hunter (James B. Sikking) is dealing with the fallout from a botched drug bust, which threatened to expose the corruption within Hill Street precinct.
The episode ends with the power finally restored, and the officers left to pick up the pieces of a city in chaos. Despite the challenges they faced, they emerge with a newfound sense of strength and camaraderie, ready to face whatever comes their way.
Overall, "Watt a Way to Go" is a tense and thrilling episode, showcasing the strengths and weaknesses of the Hill Street precinct. Through a mix of action, drama, and comedy, it highlights the resilience and determination of the officers, and the sacrifices they make to keep their community safe.
