Ep 17. Bad Blood
- TV14
- February 19, 2007
- 44 min
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8.5 (3,746)
Michael Scofield and Lincoln Burrows are back in action in season 2 of Prison Break. In episode 17, titled "Bad Blood," tensions are high as Michael and Lincoln attempt to keep their cover in the Company while staying one step ahead of the authorities.
The episode begins with Michael and Lincoln meeting up with their new handler, Gretchen, at a secluded location in Panama. Gretchen reveals that she has a new job for them: they must steal a book from a heavily guarded prison in Arizona, which contains important information that the Company wants. Michael is hesitant to take the job, knowing the risks involved, but he ultimately agrees when Gretchen threatens to turn them in to the authorities if they refuse.
Meanwhile, Kellerman is still on the run, trying to avoid being caught by the FBI, who are now after him for the murder of Vice President Reynolds. His search for a way out leads him to a small town, where he meets a woman named Lisa. Kellerman realizes that Lisa is a former employee of the Company, and he uses her to gain access to the secret network of Company operatives. However, when Lisa realizes Kellerman's true intentions, she turns on him and calls the FBI.
Back in Panama, Sucre is trying to figure out his next move. After being caught by the authorities and sentenced to death, he was granted a reprieve by Michael and Lincoln, who promised to help him escape in exchange for his help on their missions. Sucre is torn between his loyalty to his friends and his desire for freedom, and his indecision leads to trouble when he is caught by the authorities once again.
As the episode progresses, the tension between Michael and Gretchen reaches a boiling point. Michael begins to suspect that Gretchen is working against them and has her own agenda, and he confronts her about it. Gretchen denies his accusations, but Michael is not convinced and decides to take matters into his own hands.
In the climactic scene, Michael and Lincoln break into the prison in Arizona and successfully retrieve the book. However, their triumph is short-lived when they are ambushed by Gretchen and her men. A tense standoff ensues as Michael and Gretchen confront each other, with each determined to come out on top.
"Bad Blood" is a thrilling episode that showcases the complex web of alliances and rivalries that define the world of Prison Break. With its pulse-pounding action and suspenseful twists and turns, this episode is a must-see for fans of the series.