I agree that this is a "clips show", but it really does give you a sense on how great the show was. It also makes you sad watching clips of when the show was at it's zenith (long since passed during season 4).
I also didn't care for Sonny being 100% by the next episode. I would imagine that being shot in the chest, almost risking paralysis would have you out or on light duty for a while.
If they would've used the premise of Sonny being on leave, they could've done some Tubbs or other character episodes.
Is it a wasted episode? Yes. Is it fun to look back? Yes.
I also didn't care for Sonny being 100% by the next episode. I would imagine that being shot in the chest, almost risking paralysis would have you out or on light duty for a while.
If they would've used the premise of Sonny being on leave, they could've done some Tubbs or other character episodes.
Is it a wasted episode? Yes. Is it fun to look back? Yes.