Rescue Me 2004
“They save us, but who saves them?”
What is Rescue Me?
Rescue Me is an American comedy drama television series that aired on the FX network from July 21, 2004, to September 7, 2011. Created by Denis Leary and Peter Tolan, the program explores the professional and personal lives of a group of New York City firefighters.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 93
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 21, 2004
- Last aired
- Sep 7, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- FX
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Rescue Me is an American comedy drama television series that aired on the FX network from July 21, 2004, to September 7, 2011. Created by Denis Leary and Peter Tolan, the program explores the professional and personal lives of a group of New York City firefighters. The narrative centers on Tommy Gavin, a man struggling with the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. Tommy deals with the ongoing fears associated with his job and the personal complications of his separation from his wife and three children. As he attempts to cope with his situation, he faces recurring nightmares involving his fallen comrades, including his late cousin, Jimmy Keefe. Throughout the series, Tommy works alongside colleagues such as Lt. Lou Shea, Franco Rivera, Sean Garrity, and rookie Mike Lombardi. While performing his duties as a firefighter, Tommy battles issues involving alcohol and drugs as he drifts between sorrow and anger. The series features performances by Denis Leary, Michael Lombardi, Steven Pasquale, and Andrea Roth.
Should you watch it?
“A traumatized New York City firefighter struggles with his personal life and the aftermath of 9/11.”
- compelling lead character
- realistic portrayal of professional trauma
- heavy subject matter
Watch it if you appreciate character-focused dramas about the lives of first responders.
The series contains mature themes regarding trauma, grief, and substance abuse.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Guts Mytharc Jul 21, 2004
- E2 Gay Core Jul 28, 2004
- E3 Kansas Core Aug 4, 2004
- E4 DNA Core Aug 11, 2004
- E5 Orphans Core Aug 18, 2004
- E6 Revenge Core Aug 25, 2004
- E7 Butterfly Core Sep 1, 2004
- E8 Inches Core Sep 8, 2004
- E9 Alarm Core Sep 15, 2004
- E10 Immortal Core Sep 22, 2004
- E11 Mom Core Sep 29, 2004
- E12 Leaving Mytharc Oct 6, 2004
- E13 Sanctuary Mytharc Oct 13, 2004
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Voicemail Mytharc Jun 21, 2005
- E2 Harmony Core Jun 28, 2005
- E3 Balls Core Jul 5, 2005
- E4 Twat Core Jul 12, 2005
- E5 Sensitivity Core Jul 19, 2005
- E6 Reunion Core Jul 26, 2005
- E7 Shame Core Aug 2, 2005
- E8 Believe Core Aug 9, 2005
- E9 Rebirth Core Aug 16, 2005
- E10 Brains Core Aug 23, 2005
- E11 Bitch Core Aug 30, 2005
- E12 Happy Mytharc Sep 6, 2005
- E13 Justice Mytharc Sep 13, 2005
Season 3 · 13 episodes
- E1 Devil Mytharc May 30, 2006
- E2 Discovery Core Jun 6, 2006
- E3 Torture Core Jun 13, 2006
- E4 Sparks Core Jun 20, 2006
- E5 Chlamydia Core Jun 27, 2006
- E6 Zombies Core Jul 11, 2006
- E7 Satisfaction Core Jul 18, 2006
- E8 Karate Core Jul 25, 2006
- E9 Pieces Core Aug 1, 2006
- E10 Retards Core Aug 8, 2006
- E11 Twilight Core Aug 15, 2006
- E12 Hell Mytharc Aug 22, 2006
- E13 Beached Mytharc Aug 29, 2006
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 Babyface Mytharc Jun 13, 2007
- E2 Tuesday Core Jun 20, 2007
- E3 Commitment Core Jun 27, 2007
- E4 Pussified Core Jul 11, 2007
- E5 Black Core Jul 18, 2007
- E6 Balance Core Jul 25, 2007
- E7 Seven Core Aug 1, 2007
- E8 Solo Core Aug 8, 2007
- E9 Animal Core Aug 15, 2007
- E10 High Core Aug 22, 2007
- E11 Cycle Core Aug 29, 2007
- E12 Keefe Mytharc Sep 5, 2007
- E13 Yaz Mytharc Sep 12, 2007
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Baptism Mytharc Apr 7, 2009
- E2 French Core Apr 14, 2009
- E3 Wine Core Apr 21, 2009
- E4 Jimmy Core Apr 28, 2009
- E5 Sheila Core May 5, 2009
- E6 Perspective Core May 12, 2009
- E7 Play Core May 19, 2009
- E8 Iceman Core May 26, 2009
- E9 Thaw Core Jun 2, 2009
- E10 Control Core Jun 9, 2009
- E11 Mickey Core Jun 16, 2009
- E12 Disease Core Jun 23, 2009
- E13 Torch Core Jun 30, 2009
- E14 Wheels Core Jul 7, 2009
- E15 Initiation Core Jul 14, 2009
- E16 Clean Core Jul 21, 2009
- E17 Lesbos Core Jul 28, 2009
- E18 Carrot Core Aug 4, 2009
- E19 David Core Aug 11, 2009
- E20 Zippo Core Aug 18, 2009
- E21 Jump Mytharc Aug 25, 2009
- E22 Drink Mytharc Sep 1, 2009
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The series follows Tommy Gavin and his fellow firefighters as they navigate personal and professional challenges in New York City.
Who is the main character?
The story centers on Tommy Gavin, a firefighter dealing with the aftermath of 9/11.
What is the setting?
The show is set in New York City and focuses on members of the NYFD.
Are there other firefighters featured?
Yes, the cast includes characters such as Lt. Lou Shea, Franco Rivera, Sean Garrity, and Mike Lombardi.
Does Tommy Gavin have a family?
Yes, he is separated from his wife and their three children.