S.W.A.T. Season 5 Episode 9 Survive

After the Covid pandemic delayed the start of its fifth season, S.W.A.T.'s new season finally delivered its ninth episode as the show continues to tell thrilling stories about the elite LAPD unit. In its latest episode titled "Survive," the S.W.A.T team goes on a mission to save a group of children who are trapped inside a building surrounded by heavily armed terrorists.

The episode opens with a group of criminals attempting to rob a truck carrying valuable items, but their plan is foiled by the police. However, they soon launch a more nefarious plot - attacking a high-class school in an upscale neighborhood, taking a group of children hostage. The situation quickly escalates, as the LAPD sends S.W.A.T. to the crime scene to handle the situation.

As the team arrives, they find themselves surrounded by the terrorists who hold the children hostage inside. Hondo (played by Shemar Moore), the lead character, leads his squad through the building's various levels, rescuing the hostages and fighting the terrorists with every tactic they can muster. During the struggle, Hondo realizes that one of the children's fathers, who works inside the building, is also being held captive.

The team manages to rescue the children and their teacher, but the terrorists won't let go of their captive. They demand a helicopter to transport them to a safe location, but Hondo knows that won't happen. He assigns Street (played by Alex Russell) to follow the terrorists' escape route and find any information that could help them rescue the captive father. The team puts their plan into action, but they soon discover the terrorists have a back-up plan and won't rescue the man even if they get what they want.

Meanwhile, Chris (played by Lina Esco) deals with personal issues. She's trying to resolve her problems with her ex-boyfriend, and her former father-in-law's health is on the decline, adding even more emotional baggage for her.

As the episode comes to an end, it's up to the S.W.A.T. team to rescue the father from the terrorists' clutches so that he can reunite with his daughter. It's not an easy task, but the elite team is up for the challenge. As they plan their assault, Hondo and the squad find out more about the terrorists' back-up plan, adding even more pressure to an already tense situation. Along the way, they'll have to use all their training and resources to survive and come out on top.

In a gripping episode, "Survive," S.W.A.T. delivers strong action and excellent storytelling. The episode fleshes out each character's background and provides insight into their personal lives. The show provides a realistic portrayal of counter-terrorism efforts, focusing on the strategies used by S.W.A.T. teams in similar real-life situations. The episode also highlights the emotional effects of these situations on the S.W.A.T team and those involved.

Overall, "Survive" is an enjoyable episode that further cements S.W.A.T.'s quality as an action-packed crime series. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and those who enjoy stories of elite police units.