Ep 11. 100,000 Airplanes
- TV14
- January 16, 2002
- 41 min
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8.0 (1,107)
In The West Wing season 3 episode 11, titled 100,000 Airplanes, President Bartlet is faced with a crisis when a group of Russian nuclear scientists are found to be missing. With tensions between Russia and the United States on the rise, the President and his staff work tirelessly to locate the missing scientists before the situation escalates into a full-blown international incident.
Meanwhile, CJ must navigate a delicate political situation when a university professor is accused of making racist remarks. As the White House press secretary, CJ must balance the need for free speech with the need to condemn hate speech, while also dealing with the fallout from the incident.
Elsewhere, Toby must deal with a personal crisis when his ex-wife delivers some unexpected news. While he grapples with his emotions, Toby is forced to put on a brave face and continue working on a major political campaign.
As always, The West Wing delivers top-notch political drama, with the show's signature blend of intelligent writing, sharp wit, and emotional heft. With the stakes higher than ever before, 100,000 Airplanes is an intense and gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.