S1·E1 The Illusion (1)
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 1
- Air Date
- September 9, 1996
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Director
- Paul Lynch
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
When a beautiful actress helps frame movie special effects master Rollie Tyler for a vicious crime, he finds himself on the run from the law. Rollie turns to his pal, NYPD Detective Leo McCarthy, to help catch the real culprits. They uncover, and bring down a secret auction being held in New York, where the world's richest collectors are bidding for millions of dollars in smuggled gems.
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When did Season 1 Episode 1 of FX: The Series air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('The Illusion (1)') originally aired on September 9, 1996.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('The Illusion (1)')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in FX: The Series Season 1 Episode 1?
When a beautiful actress helps frame movie special effects master Rollie Tyler for a vicious crime, he finds himself on the run from the law. Rollie turns to his pal, NYPD Detective Leo McCarthy, to help catch the real culprits. They uncover, and bring down a secret auction being held in New York, w...
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