Ep 6. Revenge

Tommy Gavin, a veteran firefighter, is still struggling to cope with the events of September 11th, which he survived but his cousin and best friend, Jimmy, did not. In the sixth episode of the first season, titled "Revenge," Tommy finds himself not only dealing with his grief but also with his anger towards his wife Janet, whom he believes is having an affair with his brother Johnny.

The episode starts with Tommy coming home from work to find his wife in bed with his brother. As he fumes with anger, he decides to take revenge by sleeping with his brother's wife, Angie. However, when he tries to tell Angie what happened, she refuses to believe him and accuses him of trying to seduce her.

Meanwhile, the firefighters of Ladder 62 are dealing with their own issues. Jerry, the rookie, is trying to impress his co-workers by offering them free haircuts, but things quickly get out of hand when he accidentally cuts Sean's ear. Franco, another firefighter, is struggling with his feelings for Laura, a fellow firefighter, who is engaged to someone else.

As the tension between Tommy and his wife Janet continues to simmer, she decides to confront him about his behavior and accuses him of not being able to move on from Jimmy's death. A drunk Tommy lashes out at her, which only further strains their relationship.

The episode takes a dramatic turn when Tommy receives a phone call from his brother Johnny, who claims to have evidence that Janet is indeed cheating on him. Tommy rushes to his brother's apartment to find him badly beaten and barely alive. He then sets out to find the person responsible and enlists the help of his firefighter friend, Franco.

As they search for clues, Tommy starts to fall apart and his anger and grief spiral out of control. He finally uncovers the truth about who attacked his brother, but it's not the person he expected. In the end, Tommy is left to deal with the repercussions of his actions and face the reality of his strained relationships.

"Revenge" is a gripping episode that delves into the complex emotions and relationships of the show's characters. It explores themes of grief, betrayal, and anger, as well as the destructive nature of revenge. With its strong performances and intense storyline, this episode is a standout in the first season of "Rescue Me."