Ep 1. Pilot, Part 1
- TV-14
- April 12, 1987
- 95 min
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7.2 (613,493)
In the first episode of the hit series 21 Jump Street, titled "Pilot, Part 1", viewers are introduced to a group of young, fresh-faced cops who are tasked with going undercover as high school students to solve crimes and gather intelligence from within the student body and faculty. This unique team is based in a rundown former church on Jump Street, hence the name of the show.
The show begins with Officer Tom Hanson (played by Johnny Depp) being recruited for the undercover operation by his boss, Captain Richard Jenko (played by Frederic Forrest). Tom is initially hesitant, but soon realizes that this is an opportunity to make a real difference in the world. He agrees to go undercover as a high school student and is introduced to his partner, Officer Doug Penhall (played by Peter DeLuise).
Together, Tom and Doug must infiltrate a high school in order to stop the drug trade that is plaguing the campus. They are joined by two other undercover cops, Officer Hoffs (played by Holly Robinson Peete) and Officer Ioki (played by Dustin Nguyen), who pose as students and teachers, respectively.
As they settle into their roles, the officers quickly learn that high school is not what they remember it to be. They face all of the same struggles as their teenage counterparts, including peer pressure, bullying, and the constant struggle to fit in. They also encounter a number of different characters, each with their own secrets, which only complicates their mission as they attempt to blend in and gather intelligence.
Despite these challenges, the officers remain dedicated to their mission, risking their own safety in order to bring justice to the community. Along the way, they form close bonds with one another, relying on each other for support and guidance as they navigate this new, dangerous world.
As the episode comes to a close, the officers are faced with their biggest challenge yet: a major drug dealer who is heavily involved in the school's criminal underworld. It is up to the officers to stop him and his network of dealers before it's too late, but doing so will require them to infiltrate his organization and become a part of the world they've been striving to take down.
Overall, "Pilot, Part 1" is an exciting start to the series that introduces viewers to the world of 21 Jump Street and sets the stage for the rest of the season. With its unique premise and talented cast, it's easy to see why this show went on to become such a beloved classic.