S5·E1 Hostage (1)
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 1
- Air Date
- September 20, 1996
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- Director
- Ted Demme
- Score
- 9/10 (1 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Gaffney and Barnfather give Gee a hassle about the return of Frank to duty and the sudden departure of Russert to Europe. Bayliss and Munch are called to the scene of a homicide, where the victim, Mrs. Uba, was cooking breakfast and the only witness may be a male pig named Angie. Frank returns to work and Gee tells him what his limited duties are going to be and that he's called in all his favors and both their asses are on the line. The squad is called out for a hostage situation at a middle school.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 1 of Homicide: Life on the Street air?
Season 5, Episode 1 ('Hostage (1)') originally aired on September 20, 1996.
How long is Season 5 Episode 1 ('Hostage (1)')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.
What happens in Homicide: Life on the Street Season 5 Episode 1?
Gaffney and Barnfather give Gee a hassle about the return of Frank to duty and the sudden departure of Russert to Europe. Bayliss and Munch are called to the scene of a homicide, where the victim, Mrs. Uba, was cooking breakfast and the only witness may be a male pig named Angie. Frank returns to wo...
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