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The Best Episodes Directed By Bradley Buecker

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 10 Episode 2 - Fire in the Hole
    9.5/10(4 votes)

    S10:E2

    As lava takes over Los Angeles, the 118 works to evacuate scared and trapped citizens. Meanwhile, Athena runs into a familiar face as she searches for a way out of a collapsed tunnel, and Maddie is forced to make an impossible decision.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Hold the Line
    9.5/10(4 votes)

    S2:E3

    As a wildfire spreads across Texas, Evan "Buck" Buckley, Henrietta "Hen" Wilson and Eddie Diaz from the 118 firehouse in Los Angeles arrive in Austin to help Capt. Strand and the 126. As the crews race to save a group of teenagers trapped by the fire at a campground, Owen and Hen fight for their lives in the aftermath of a helicopter crash.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 10 Episode 3 - Streets of Fire
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    S10:E3

    In the wake of the volcanic eruption, Maddie and the 118 race to divert a river of lava before it consumes a packed hospital. Athena, still trapped underground, faces a massive obstacle that cuts her off from any chance of calling for help.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 14 - Dust to Dust
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    S2:E14

    Owen and the members of the 126 race into action when a massive dust storm engulfs Austin. Season finale

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 18 - A Bright and Cloudless Morning
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    S3:E18

    Captain Strand and the 126 come together when one of their own is trapped after a building explosion. Meanwhile, Owen reflects on his 9/11 experience, T.K. and Carlos come to a decision and Tommy and Julius decide on their future.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 10 Episode 1 - That Sinking Feeling
    9.1/10(7 votes)

    S10:E1

    The 118 faces an earth-shattering emergency that shakes the city of Los Angeles to its core. Still finding her footing as a detective, Athena leans on instinct to crack a mysterious new case, while May finds her own confidence in a new job.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 8 Episode 3 - Final Approach (3)
    9.0/10(12 votes)

    S8:E3

    Athena's only chance of surviving and saving everyone on the flight is to attempt to land the plane before it crashes and call on the 118 for help.

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  8. undefined Season 8 Episode 9 - Sob Stories
    9.0/10(8 votes)

    S8:E9

    The 118 responds to a fire at a local animal shelter and races to evacuate all the animals. Meanwhile, Maddie takes a 9-1-1 call that sets her on a quest for answers.

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Bad Call
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S2:E8

    A bank robbery, an apartment fire and a pregnant woman lost in a parking garage are the seemingly unconnected calls to which the 126 responds. Then, T.K. celebrates his one-year anniversary of sobriety, while Owen and Gwyn may not make it to the end of the week as a couple. Also, Carlos finds himself working on a case with his Texas Ranger father.

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    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - The Big Chill
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S3:E1

    An unexpected arctic cold front brings an ice storm to Austin and a variety of weather-related emergencies. Meanwhile, Owen deals with the fallout of the 126 closing, as Tommy, T.K. and Gillian settle into new employment, and Judd and Grace prepare for the birth of their first baby.

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    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Shock & Thaw
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S3:E3

    As the unexpected arctic cold front and ice storm continues to cause havoc in Austin, Owen works to rescue the lives of the stranded migrants; T.K.'s life hangs in the balance and Grace prepares for the birth of her baby.

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    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Prince Albert In A Can
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    S3:E11

    Owen and the 126 race to the rescue when Catherine receives a package at the governor's office that may contain a bio-hazard. Meanwhile Grace and Carlos team up to investigate a prank 9-1-1 call that turns deadly.

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  13. undefined Season 7 Episode 2 - Rock the Boat
    8.8/10(11 votes)

    S7:E2

    The disastrous cruise continues when Bobby and Athena respond to the ship's explosion, racing to aid injured passengers. Meanwhile, Hen questions her instincts in a life-taking call and grows concerned about Athena and Bobby's whereabouts.

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  14. undefined Season 7 Episode 3 - Capsized
    8.8/10(10 votes)

    S7:E3

    With each moment becoming critical as the ship is flipped upside down, Athena and Bobby take charge, seeking methods for rescue while navigating efforts to guide survivors to safety. Meanwhile, Hen defies protocols in her search for Bobby and Athena.

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  15. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Trainwrecks
    8.8/10(5 votes)

    S5:E2

    The 126 race into action when a major train derailment causes multiple injuries; Meanwhile Tommy makes a bold move in her relationship with Trevor; Wyatt asks Owen to give Judd his job back as Marjan and Paul continue to compete for the open position.

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  16. undefined Season 8 Episode 2 - When the Boeing Gets Tough... (2)
    8.6/10(10 votes)

    S8:E2

    Athena is tasked with safely delivering a prisoner to testify on a high-profile case. Meanwhile, a light plane is hit by a swarm of bees and sent careening into a passenger plane.

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    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 9 Episode 10 - Handle with Care
    8.6/10(7 votes)

    S9:E10

    Harry's first day as a probie proves to be more challenging than Chimney expects. Meanwhile, Eddie and Hen are called into court over a former patient that brings back some old demons.

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  18. undefined Season 9 Episode 18 - Hearts and Flowers
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    S9:E18

    Following Athena's shooting, the 118 gathers at the hospital awaiting news. Meanwhile, the mastermind behind the trafficking ring is determined to silence Athena and anyone who gets in his way for good.

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  19. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Sink or Swim
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    S3:E2

    A massive tsunami hits the Santa Monica Pier, placing Buck and Christopher's lives in danger .

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    Writer:N/A

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  20. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Pay It Forward
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    S6:E18

    A series of freeway car accidents leads to a catastrophic overpass collapse that endangers the lives of civilians and members of the 118.

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - 2100°
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    S2:E2

    After a volcanic eruption wreaks havoc in Austin, the members of the 126 race to save lives at a college pool party, a family's mini-golf outing and a woman trapped in her food truck by a horde of scorpions.

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  22. undefined Season 3 Episode 14 - Impulse Control
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    S3:E14

    Owen and the 126 race to emergencies at a fast food drive-thru, a high school wrestling match and a case of road rage - all with one common element tying them together. Meanwhile, Tommy's estranged brother-in-law makes a surprise appearance in Austin, and Marjan confronts Capt. Strand about his anger management issues.

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  23. undefined Season 5 Episode 1 - Panic
    8.4/10(12 votes)

    S5:E1

    A series of ransomware threats leads to an overabundance of emergencies for the 118, including a medevac helicopter crash at a hospital and an air-traffic control tower system failure. Meanwhile Athena must revisit her traumatic attack when the case of the realtor serial rapist goes to trial, Eddie suffers a health scare and Maddie's postpartum depression worsens.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
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  24. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - In a Flash
    8.4/10(12 votes)

    S6:E10

    A dry thunderstorm rolls over LA, bringing in a series of lightning strike emergencies for the 118 and leaves a first responder's life hanging in the balance. Athena and May go undercover at the rehab facility to help Bobby with his investigation into his sponsor's mysterious death. Maddie dreads her parents visit to her and Chimney's new and unfinished house, while Chimney get a surprise of his own from a visiting Albert.

    Director:Bradley Buecker
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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Austin, We Have a Problem
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    S1:E10

    Owen helps T.K. reconcile the past to help his future; Michelle learns the full truth about Iris.

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Bradley Buecker Ratings Summary

"Fire in the Hole" is the best rated episode directed by Bradley Buecker. It scored 9.5/10 based on 4 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 10/22/2026 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Hold the Line".