Ep 3. Assassins
- October 27, 2002
- 43 min
Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye season 1 episode 3, titled "Assassins," follows Sue (played by Deanne Bray) as she works alongside the FBI team to prevent a high-profile assassination attempt. The team receives a tip from an informant claiming that a group of assassins are planning to strike at a political event. Sue is tasked with using her lip-reading skills to gather intel from a video recording that was taken by the informant. With the help of her team, Sue is able to identify potential suspects and trends that could lead them to thwart the assassination attempt.
As Sue navigates the investigation, she also deals with personal challenges. Her guide dog, Levi, has fallen ill and is unable to accompany her to work. Sue is forced to rely on her co-worker, Lucy (played by Yannick Bisson), to assist her throughout the day. This presents a new set of challenges for Sue, who is not used to relying on others for help.
Meanwhile, the FBI team works tirelessly to track down leads on the assassins. They come to suspect that the group is likely to be from a foreign country, based on their knowledge of the political event and the potential targets. They investigate various leads, including online chatter and social media activity, all while the clock ticks down to the political event.
As the investigation unfolds, tensions rise both within the FBI team and between Sue and Lucy. The pressure of the case and the added stress of working while adjusting to changes in her routine take a toll on Sue. However, she remains determined to do whatever it takes to stop the assassination attempt. With the help of her colleagues, Sue is able to identify the suspects and foil their plot, preventing a national tragedy.
Overall, "Assassins" is an action-packed episode that showcases the abilities of Sue and the FBI team. It also explores the challenges of working in a high-pressure environment while also dealing with personal struggles. The episode effectively builds suspense and keeps viewers on the edge of their seats throughout, making it a must-watch for fans of the series.