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"Vanished" is the first episode of the eighth season in the remake version of S.W.A.T., and the one-hundred-forty-second episode overall, which was aired on October 18, 2024.

Summary[]

SWAT tackles a mission with personal ties for Hondo when they race to find a group of missing students and their bus driver, Hondo's former high school football coach. Also, Hicks has reservations regarding Hondo's new 20-Squad team addition, Devin Gamble is a cop with a family background deeply entrenched in crime.

Recap[]

The episode begins with a heart-stopping abduction as armed men hijack a school bus carrying students, adding a layer of urgency and tension that persists throughout the hour. Among the missing is a special figure from Hondo's past, his former high school football coach, Howie Kincaid. This personal connection adds an emotional depth to the story, driving Hondo and the team to move heaven and earth to rescue the hostages.

As the team races against time, they uncover the kidnappers' demands: a staggering $400 million to address the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles. This revelation adds a layer of complexity to the case, as the SWAT team must navigate the moral implications of the kidnappers' cause while still prioritizing the safety of the hostages. The suspects, identified as ex-military personnel linked to a Yemeni prince, escalate the stakes further, indicating a well-organized and potentially deadly operation.

New recruit Devin Gamble faces her own challenges within the team, as her father's criminal past casts a shadow over her dedication and integrity. This subplot adds a layer of introspection and character development, as Gamble must prove her worth and loyalty in the face of skepticism.

The episode reaches its climax with a dramatic rescue operation in a treacherous mine, where the SWAT team engages in a fierce gunfight with the kidnappers. The tension is palpable as Hondo and his team navigate the dangerous terrain, all while the clock ticks down on the lives of the hostages. The bravery and camaraderie of the team are on full display, as they put their lives on the line for the greater good.

In the aftermath of the rescue, Hondo reflects on the profound impact the Kincaid family has had on his life, highlighting the importance of mentorship and the bonds formed through shared experiences. The episode concludes with a poignant moment of gratitude and a renewed sense of purpose within the team, despite the challenges that lie ahead.

Cast[]

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Co-Star[]

  • Ashton Elijah - Ty Wallace
  • Khorri Ellis - Jacques
  • Lukas Gilbert - Duffel Suspect
  • Serene Branson - News Anchor
  • Paul Lacovara - Denis Girard
  • Hanna Revah - Bank Woman

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Trivia[]

  • Daniel Sr. and Charice Harrelson have both mentioned, but do not appear in this episode.
  • Alfaro newest nickname is "Miko."
  • The bus driver (played by actor William Allen Young also as Coach Howie Kincaid) greets the school passenger Lucy Ambrose (played by actress Cozy DesRoches) as Lucy, Lucy in the sky with diamonds, a tribute to The Beatles' classic hit "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" from the album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" (1967).
  • In 2003 movie, Street's partner was called Brian Gamble.

Goofs[]

  • The hand cart used by the thieves was loaded with 42 gold bars which would weigh around 1150 pounds, more than twice what such a cart can handle.
  • The file on the tablet that Hondo checks has Encrypted spelt incorrectly.

Quotes[]

Bob Hicks: Hondo, hold up.
[Hondo listens]
Bob Hicks: Does he know about Gamble?
Hondo: No, not yet. No one does.
Bob Hicks: Ink's not dry, you know.
Hondo: What's that mean?
Bob Hicks: Well, we can still find someone else for 20-Squad, someone who doesn't come from a family or felons and someone whose father didn't kill a cop.
Hondo: Commander, you gonna blame her for what her father did?
Bob Hicks: Oh, I don't blame her, Hondo, but she brings a lot of baggage her fault or not.
Hondo: Gamble is the right person for this job. I know her. I trust her. You said I had carte blanche to pick my team.
Bob Hicks: I did, but I didn't think you'd pick her.
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