Ep 1. El Gringo Loco
- TV14
- September 26, 2017
- 44 min
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8.5 (903)
Lethal Weapon season 2 episode 1 titled "El Gringo Loco" follows the story of Martin Riggs and Roger Murtaugh, two cops working together to stop crime in Los Angeles. The episode begins with a high-speed chase that results in a group of robbers crashing their car into a building, causing an explosion. Riggs and Murtaugh, along with other LAPD officers, arrive on the scene to investigate and find out how the robbers managed to get away with a lot of cash.
Soon, they discover that the robbers are part of a Mexican cartel that has come to Los Angeles to take over the local drug trade. The leader of the cartel, Tito Flores, is known as El Gringo Loco because of his tendency to speak in English, despite being a fluent Spanish speaker. In "El Gringo Loco," Riggs and Murtaugh must stop Tito and his gang before they can take over the city's drug trade and cause more destruction.
As they investigate the case, Riggs and Murtaugh realize that Tito is not working alone. He has an inside man in the LAPD who is helping him stay one step ahead of the law. In addition, Tito's brother, Raul, is also involved in the operation and is trying to prove himself to his older brother. Riggs and Murtaugh must navigate through this complex web of deceit to catch Tito and his gang and bring them to justice.
Along the way, Riggs and Murtaugh face their own personal challenges. Riggs is dealing with the recent death of his wife, Miranda, and is using alcohol to cope with his grief. Murtaugh is struggling with the fact that his daughter, Riana, is now a teenager and is trying to navigate the challenges that come with having a teenage daughter.
Despite these personal challenges, Riggs and Murtaugh are determined to catch Tito and his gang. In their pursuit, they encounter car chases, shootouts, and intense action sequences. They must also rely on their teamwork and trust in each other to succeed.
The episode ends with a confrontation between Riggs and Tito that culminates in an explosive finale. Riggs and Murtaugh emerge victorious, but not without sacrifice. The events of "El Gringo Loco" set the stage for the rest of season 2, promising more action, drama, and intense moments for Riggs and Murtaugh as they continue to protect Los Angeles from crime and danger.
Overall, "El Gringo Loco" is a thrilling and fast-paced episode that showcases the strengths of the Lethal Weapon series. With its engaging storyline, dynamic characters, and high-octane action scenes, this episode is an excellent start to the second season of the show.