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The aftermath of 9/11 has left the firefighters of the NYFD traumatized, and no one more so than Tommy Gavin. Recently separated from his wife and their three kids, Tommy drifts between sorrow and anger as he tries to shake the recurring nightmares of his fallen comrades, especially his late cousin, Jimmy Keefe. Working alongside veterans like Lt. “Lou” Shea, Franco Rivera and Sean Garrity, and rookie Mike Lombardi, Tommy battles alcohol and drugs as he struggles to remain first and foremost a New York City firefighter.
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- E1 GutsNext upJul 21, 2004 · 44 min · ★ 8.3
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New York City firefighter, Tommy Gavin, cannot escape the ghosts of those who have died around him as he faces the everyday challenge of saving lives while trying to fix his own.
Guest stars: Julie White (Dr. Goldberg), Curtiss Cook (Project Resident), Michael Mulheren (Chief Perolli), Ed Sullivan (Billy Warren), Anthony Mangano (Bobby), Kevin Hagan (Captain Sweeney), Chester A. Sims II (Mr. Wilmore), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin)
- E2 GayJul 28, 2004 · 44 min · ★ 6.1
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When a retired gay firefighter makes a published claim that several firemen who died in 9/11 were closeted gays, Chief Reilly is determined to set the record straight. While attempting to mask the pain of losing his wife and kids, Tommy does Jimmy a favor and spies on his widow which leads to a surprising discovery. The probie must deal with the unexpected repercussions of being a hero after making his first save in a fire.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), David Walton, Jarah Mariano (Jarah), Robert Turano (S.I. Chief), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Virginia Louise Smith (Lisa), Russ Anderson (Bobby "Teflon" Teff)
- E3 KansasAug 4, 2004 · 44 min · ★ 8.7
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Tommy decides to make life a living hell for his wife's new boyfriend by wreaking havoc on his business and finances. Meanwhile, Chief Reilly faces possible suspension as the result of an altercation with a fellow firefighter and Lou decides to share his poetry.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Phyllis), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Matthew Arkin (Dr. Thompkins), Jarah Mariano (Jarah), Lyndon Byers (Ryan), Neal Jones (Peter)
- E4 DNAAug 11, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 6.4
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A "friendly" date between Tommy and the widow of his dead cousin takes a unexpected turn when she makes a move on Tommy. Franco's ex-girlfriend shows up at the firehouse and claims he's the father of her five-year-old daughter, turning his life upside down.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Patricia Velásquez (Nez), Jarah Mariano (Jarah), Jill Latiano Howerton (Geneva), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Robert John Burke (Mickey Gavin), Michael Zegen (Damien Keefe)
- E5 OrphansAug 18, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 8.4
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Tommy comes to terms with the reality of his broken family as a result of a shocking experience with his father. When a freak accident occurs, Franco must make a life-changing decision, and Chief Reilly is forced to expose a family secret in order to save his career.
Guest stars: Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), David Walton, Nick Di Paolo, Patricia Velásquez (Nez), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Neal Jones (Peter), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin)
- E6 RevengeAug 25, 2004 · 44 min · ★ 8.2
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Tommy takes one step forward by convincing Janet to leave Roger but two steps backward when she stumbles onto his latest fling. The boys convince Sean to date a woman but neglect to tell him that she is actually a he. Franco discovers he can't shake his newfound fatherly instincts.
Guest stars: Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Matthew Arkin (Dr. Thompkins), John Sica, Olivia Crocicchia (Katy Gavin), Michael Zegen (Damien Keefe)
- E7 ButterflySep 1, 2004 · 46 min · ★ 8.2
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When Tommy asks for extra vacation time, Chief Reilly tips him off on how to get a free two week vacation from headquarters. While building a deck for Tommy's neighbor, Tommy takes advantage of his "free" advice which leads him to make a bold move in reconciling with Janet.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Bryan Batt (Photographer #1), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Bruce Altman (Dr. Shinsky), Gerry Bamman (Doctor), Jill Latiano Howerton (Geneva), Anthony Mangano (Bobby Vincent)
- E8 InchesSep 8, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 8.2
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Tommy attempts to handle the insanity of his father while defending Colleen's new lifestyle to Janet. At the firehouse, Sean and Mike the Probie unknowingly launch a full blown wager among the crew.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Brian McNamara (Passing Fireman), Kristina Apgar (Nicole), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Jarah Mariano (Jarah), Paula Devicq (Sondra), Gordon Ramsey
- E9 AlarmSep 15, 2004 · 46 min · ★ 8.2
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When Tommy discovers a secret that Janet is keeping from him, he must come to terms with the possible consequences. At the firehouse, Chief Reilly preps the boys for their new female replacement. With the help of Franco and Sean, Tommy tracks down the man responsible for Billy's death.
Guest stars: Diane Farr (Laura Miles), Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), James Badge Dale (Timothy Gavin), Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Phyllis), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Kristina Apgar (Nicole), Paula Devicq (Sondra), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin)
- E10 ImmortalSep 22, 2004 · 46 min · ★ 8.2
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When Tommy struggles to help Janet in a financial crunch, he must turn to his Uncle Teddy to help him out. The new female addition to the house fights to be accepted by the guys while they do everything they can to drive her nuts. Just as Mike is getting fed up from sleeping on the firehouse couch, he is offered a helping hand with a free place to stay... at a steep price.
Guest stars: Diane Farr (Laura Miles), Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Kaitlin Hopkins (Jennifer's Mom), James Badge Dale (Timothy Gavin), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Ric Sechrest, Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin)
- E11 MomSep 29, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 8.2
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While Tommy attempts to make reason of the chaos in his life, he continues to defy death while pulling dangerous stunts on the job. Lou admits his infidelity to his wife and receives an unexpected surprise. When tragedy strikes his family, Tommy must come to the rescue of his father.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), James Badge Dale (Timothy Gavin), Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Phyllis), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Ashlie Atkinson (Theresa), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Paula Devicq (Sondra), Cynthia Harris (Mike's Mom)
- E12 LeavingOct 6, 2004 · 45 min · ★ 8.4
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When Janet needs more money to cover house repairs, Tommy turns to Uncle Teddy and his "little" friend to help him out with extra cash. When Franco's father has a stroke, Franco finds himself trying to juggle work and raising his daughter on his own. Meanwhile, a goodwill tribute to the firefighters lost in 9/11 goes awry and the firehouse is put in jeopardy.
Guest stars: Diane Farr (Laura Miles), Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Charles Durning (Michael Gavin), Ashlie Atkinson (Theresa), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Greg D'Agostino (NYPD Officer (uncredited)), Olivia Crocicchia (Katy Gavin), Tony Cox (Arlo)
- E13 SanctuaryOct 13, 2004 · 49 min · ★ 9.0
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The hockey game rematch between the NYPD and the FDNY is right around the corner and Tommy must figure out a plan to save himself from being pummeled by the cops who have it out for him. Tommy's relationship with Sheila is discovered by the guys and they must adhere to tradition to handle it in their own way. When Tommy is visited by his demons during a fire, Franco comes to his aid... with devastating results.
Guest stars: Callie Thorne (Sheila Keefe), Idina Menzel, Ashlie Atkinson (Theresa), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Jarah Mariano (Jarah), Lyndon Byers (Ryan), Paula Devicq (Sondra), Stephen Singer
Cast & crew
Created by Peter Tolan, Denis Leary
Denis Leary
Adam Ferrara
Andrea Roth
John Scurti
Daniel Sunjata
Michael Lombardi
Steven Pasquale
Larenz Tate
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