S2E5
Tough Love
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
As part of their second phase of training, the rookies are asked to develop their first confidential informants. Officer Nolan soon discovers that no two informants are the same and struggles with his newest task. Meanwhile, Officer Chen’s mother complicates her home life when she comes to stay with her.
Our Take
A solid episode that gives Nathan Fillion plenty to work with as Nolan fumbles his way through informant handling. The Chen subplot with her overbearing mother adds some welcome personal stakes and Melissa O’Neil handles it well. Nothing groundbreaking, but the case work feels grounded and the character beats land. Worth your time.