: Detective Athena Grant faces a personal crisis when the serial rapist Jeffrey Hudson escapes custody. The episode concludes on a dark cliffhanger as Athena returns home to find Jeffrey has kidnapped her son, Harry.
: Firefighters are called to a chaotic scene where a hacker's attack on the city's infrastructure led to the release of zoo animals into the streets. [S5E2] Desperate Times
The episode is notable for its thematic musical choices, including: by Journey. : Detective Athena Grant faces a personal crisis
Angela Bassett, Peter Krause, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Oliver Stark "9-1-1" Desperate Times (TV Episode 2021) - IMDb including: by Journey. Angela Bassett
: The blackout creates widespread panic, leaving the 118 on continuous duty until the power grid is restored. Major Character Developments