Ep 5. The Smelt Down
- TV-NR
- April 11, 2017
- 40 min
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7.3 (94)
The episode titled "The Smelt Down" in season 1 of Snatch follows the ragtag group of British hustlers as they navigate their way through another heist. The episode starts off with the crew still reeling from the revelation that one of their own, Billy, is actually an undercover cop. Tensions are high as they regroup and try to figure out their next move.
The group quickly receives a new job from their contact Ari, who sets them up with a massive Silicon Valley tech company. The job seems straightforward enough - break into the company's headquarters and retrieve a highly valuable, top-secret piece of technology. However, as with any job this crew takes on, things quickly go awry.
The crew soon discovers that the tech company's CEO, Vic, is an eccentric and dangerous man who will stop at nothing to protect his company and its secrets. They also encounter Vic's security detail, a team of highly trained ex-military operatives who prove to be formidable opponents.
As the crew navigates their way through the tech company's heavily guarded headquarters, they encounter a number of twists and turns that threaten to derail their mission. They're forced to use all of their skills and smarts to get out alive, but not every member of the crew makes it out unscathed.
Throughout "The Smelt Down," there are also a number of subplots and character developments that add depth and complexity to the overall story. We see tensions rise between the crew members as they grapple with the aftermath of Billy's betrayal, and we get a glimpse into the personal lives of some of the characters, including the sensitive and troubled Albert and the ruthless and calculating Vic.
The episode is fast-paced and action-packed, with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. It also continues to explore the themes of loyalty, trust, and betrayal that have been central to the show since the beginning.
Overall, "The Smelt Down" is an engaging and entertaining episode that will leave viewers eager to see what happens next for this ragtag group of British hustlers.