Airdate: Feb 7, 2020 Writer: Terry Matalas Director: David Straiton Guest Cast: Xander Berkeley (General John Acosta) , Emmanuelle Vaugier (Major Anne Frost) Camille Mana (Hanna) , Leonardo Nam (Aubrey) , Fernando Chien (Stoic Man) , Jeremy Palko (Soldier) Kathryn Alexander (Acosta’s Daughter) , Braxton Alexander (Acosta’s Grandson)
Ex-MI6 agent Russ Taylor (Henry Ian Cusick) recruits former Phoenix Foundation members Mac, Riley, Bozer, Matty, and Desi to hunt down a bioweapon that’s planned to be used by a mysterious organization for a devastating attack on a major U.S. city.
Overall, I enjoyed this episode and found many things different from last season and am looking forward to more.
I did like Russ as I thought he was funny, the Mac/Riley scenes, and Matty/Russ clashing should be fun to watch. However, I didn't understand why the timeline was necessary as it didn't seem to fit, the fact that Mac was portrayed as so messy wasn't like him, and the whole Mac/Desi thing I can do without. While I am glad we didn't have to see this on-screen, I do feel it will be a focus this season. I am interested to find out what happened with them given I didn't see any chemistry or found a relationship to be believable last season. It just seemed like to much of a stretch and I really hope they don't rekindle the romance.
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I liked this episode a lot; it was just so great to finally see Mac & co. after so long. A couple of things:
I think I will like Russ because Mac will be able to play off him like he had done with Jack (Lucas said as much in an interview). Also, he has some funny lines; one thing I always enjoyed about the show was its humor.
I'm glad the Mac/Desi relationship played offscreen. That's not to say they won't rekindle those sparks. I don't think it's unusual for co-workers to develop that kind of bond. and especially when constantly in life or death situations. I'm not surprised it didn't work; Mac is very cerebral and while Desi is intelligent, I don't think they truly 'got' each other.
As for Mac having a messy house, I kind of get it. I can see him not wanting to throw things out because they may have a use and without Bozer to keep a tight rein on him, his 'collections' got out of hand.
I also understand Mac not being happy. While his former teacher said he'd make a good teacher some day, it's one thing to decide for yourself that's what you want to do and another to have it forced on you.
I do believe, however, that the team would have stayed in touch somehow. After all, they are family. I loved Riley's reaction when Mac said it's dangerous. Priceless.
All in all, a good episode. Fridays are once again must see tv.
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QUOTE (BabyEinstein @ 8 February 2020 - 07:58 PM)
I think I will like Russ because Mac will be able to play off him like he had done with Jack (Lucas said as much in an interview). Also, he has some funny lines; one thing I always enjoyed about the show was its humor.
I liked the episode, but it reminded me a bit of the pilot. Dress/Suit/Tie event with bad guys selling a bioweapon and the team trying to steal it. Mac taking it out of the suitcase/box and encountering a problem.
In the end, Jack/Russ flying a chopper and Mac stopping the bomb/torpedo from killing innocent lifes.
Also, Russ seems very similar to Jack. Some of his dialogue could have been written for Jack.
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QUOTE (MacGirl0629 @ 8 February 2020 - 04:31 AM)
While I am glad we didn't have to see this on-screen, I do feel it will be a focus this season. I am interested to find out what happened with them given I didn't see any chemistry or found a relationship to be believable last season. It just seemed like to much of a stretch and I really hope they don't rekindle the romance.
Yes, I think they will get back together over time.
Funny thing is, I remember CBS asking the fans what they think of MacDesi fans and the answers were very negative. So I'm not sure why they're still going for it. I can see chemistry between Lucas and Levy, but I don't see it in Mac and Desi.
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I think the point of the messy house was to show that his life was in turmoil and he was struggling to adjust to "normal" living. Remember his comment about how the beers go down pretty quick these days and Russ's comment about his house looking very nervous breakdown? All point to a broken man.
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Pity that CBS didn't bother to air the Season 3 Finale as a rerun a week before. They usually do that. "Criminal Minds" and MacGyver were the only shows not getting a rerun, I think.
I've seen several tweets about people being confused what happened. I guess they thought they will have a rerun and cut for time, but I think they should have bothered to insert a 30-second-"Previously on..." at the beginning of the episode.
It's been 9 months since the Season Finale and many people either didn't understand or asked about Mason and MacGyver's dad...
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I didn't notice Dad Till's cameo either, but I was only half paying attention in general.
I hate the Mac/Desi thing, it's too cliche. Sometimes cliche can be okay, but every moment they spent together felt forced. Glad we didn't see their relationship on screen, but who knows if their breakup will last?
I'm curious about their hostage quoting Mac's speech in the lecture hall, though...
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Watching it now how many months between the season finale and the season 4 opener honestly I think it said 18 but the freaking tv always cuts of the numbers
Lucas till as Producer and Macgyver is ok but a few minutes in I love LOVE the tone of season 4 operating the shadows not knowing who to trust but one issue I have had since season one
You can put Mac in a team You can have a relationship with two actors who have no chemistry But for the love of god
STOP SAYING ANGUS!!!!!
I did have my heart strings pulled when Russ said “I need your help Macgyver”
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Watched this last weekend, but haven't been able to comment until now.
I enjoyed this one. I know the time jump had some leery, but I think it worked well in "rebooting the reboot." Could have gone a bit shorter than 18 months, but it's no biggie.
I liked the "nervous breakdown" state of Mac's place, showed he's vulnerable without a real sense of purpose. It's something I think a lot of people can relate to.
Russ should be a good addition, seems they will use him to get some of that Jack-esque humor back in the team dynamic...though less on the side of stupidity, which will be a nice change.
Sadly, I can no longer watch this show, as I decided to stop paying for cable tv last month (yes, I could get an antenna, but the odds of me getting decent reception in my NYC apartment are minimal. Besides, I'm rarely home on Friday nights, and would have no way of recording the show via an antenna.)
I'm going to miss dissecting every episode with you guys! I'll probably still read your comments about each episode, though.
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QUOTE (Miasma @ 15 February 2020 - 12:17 AM)
Sadly, I can no longer watch this show, as I decided to stop paying for cable tv last month (yes, I could get an antenna, but the odds of me getting decent reception in my NYC apartment are minimal. Besides, I'm rarely home on Friday nights, and would have no way of recording the show via an antenna.)
I'm going to miss dissecting every episode with you guys! I'll probably still read your comments about each episode, though.
Sadly, I can no longer watch this show, as I decided to stop paying for cable tv last month (yes, I could get an antenna, but the odds of me getting decent reception in my NYC apartment are minimal. Besides, I'm rarely home on Friday nights, and would have no way of recording the show via an antenna.)
I'm going to miss dissecting every episode with you guys! I'll probably still read your comments about each episode, though.
CBS All Access is like $8 a month.
Also Amazon Prime has a special with 7 days free which you could also watch CBS All Access with. Although it's just 7 days so you might wanna wait till the season is over and binge watch with that option.
Sadly, I can no longer watch this show, as I decided to stop paying for cable tv last month (yes, I could get an antenna, but the odds of me getting decent reception in my NYC apartment are minimal. Besides, I'm rarely home on Friday nights, and would have no way of recording the show via an antenna.)
I'm going to miss dissecting every episode with you guys! I'll probably still read your comments about each episode, though.
CBS All Access is like $8 a month.
Also Amazon Prime has a special with 7 days free which you could also watch CBS All Access with. Although it's just 7 days so you might wanna wait till the season is over and binge watch with that option.
$8 a month, I’d gladly pay that if it were available to people who live in Europe. I live in London, and hate the fact I have to use unorthodox methods to view CBS America, to watch my favourite show each week. Otherwise, I’m forced to wait six months before SKY One shows us an edited version (removing any violence scenes ...aka The best bits).