This episode, like the pilot, opens up a variety of plot possibilities. Unlike the pilot, however, there's not the need to introduce the entire cast of characters.
We do get new characters--the Davidsons--who have "history." (Or at least Denise does. Oh, the pig jokes.) And Garrison (mentioned earlier as Micki's "one that got away.")
The fact that the writers planted these references back in season one makes me continue to have GREAT HOPE for this writers' room as we move forward into the next few seasons. And I'm already assuming Walker is good for several more without failing to deliver.
These writers seem to think ahead. They know what makes for interesting characters.
Also a plus for me? Stella almost punched out the new teen dream/Romeo. And only failed to do so, because August did. (The Walker is stronger in Auggie than we thought.)
I love Micki & Trey--including their angst this episode. I love Liam & Bret--who I hope have clearer sailing this season.
I love Abeline & Bonham--amazing to have a mature couple with a strong story line at the CW.
But I'm thrilled in this episode it seems they're respecting Walker being a widower and that Stella has some common sense.
In other news: THE ACTION.
Micki rocks the stunts. Walker comes in toward the end for a partner save & kicked ass.
(Also, shout out to Randall. Nice to see a guest actor get a moment in the sun, promoted.)
Fabulous shots of Trey and Walker as a budding friendship. The balance of Trey involved in the action, thanks to Micki, and Trey as a coach is spot on.
Trey is the point on which the kids' lives and Ranger story line hinges every bit as much as the family itself.
Besides this, shout out to Liam--who didn't have as dramatic a story as he's had before, but was a gem as Drunk! Liam. Expecting big things for him this year.
And always, Captain James. We aren't focused exclusively on the department cases--more drama than procedural--but James carries every single scene he's in.
All in all, a great season opener that makes me confident this cast & crew know how to deliver.
We do get new characters--the Davidsons--who have "history." (Or at least Denise does. Oh, the pig jokes.) And Garrison (mentioned earlier as Micki's "one that got away.")
The fact that the writers planted these references back in season one makes me continue to have GREAT HOPE for this writers' room as we move forward into the next few seasons. And I'm already assuming Walker is good for several more without failing to deliver.
These writers seem to think ahead. They know what makes for interesting characters.
Also a plus for me? Stella almost punched out the new teen dream/Romeo. And only failed to do so, because August did. (The Walker is stronger in Auggie than we thought.)
I love Micki & Trey--including their angst this episode. I love Liam & Bret--who I hope have clearer sailing this season.
I love Abeline & Bonham--amazing to have a mature couple with a strong story line at the CW.
But I'm thrilled in this episode it seems they're respecting Walker being a widower and that Stella has some common sense.
In other news: THE ACTION.
Micki rocks the stunts. Walker comes in toward the end for a partner save & kicked ass.
(Also, shout out to Randall. Nice to see a guest actor get a moment in the sun, promoted.)
Fabulous shots of Trey and Walker as a budding friendship. The balance of Trey involved in the action, thanks to Micki, and Trey as a coach is spot on.
Trey is the point on which the kids' lives and Ranger story line hinges every bit as much as the family itself.
Besides this, shout out to Liam--who didn't have as dramatic a story as he's had before, but was a gem as Drunk! Liam. Expecting big things for him this year.
And always, Captain James. We aren't focused exclusively on the department cases--more drama than procedural--but James carries every single scene he's in.
All in all, a great season opener that makes me confident this cast & crew know how to deliver.