This episode is a good example of how a veteran actor as guest star can steal the show. Barry Newman, whose own series, "Petrocelli," ran decades ago, owns this. Granted, the writers give him the best lines, and he knows how to deliver them. But, this isn't all laughs. The dénouement, another example the writers' ability to throw out red herrings, treats an issue which brings seriousness to the episode.
I agree that Season 5 was not the greatest, especially with the focus changing to the son, but this one managed to pretty much leave him out, and was thus reminiscent of earlier seasons.
I agree that Season 5 was not the greatest, especially with the focus changing to the son, but this one managed to pretty much leave him out, and was thus reminiscent of earlier seasons.