Lethal Weapon: Season 1

Season 1 overview

Murtaugh establishes his cautious policing style while navigating routine cases. Trish and Roger manage household chaos and parenting challenges amid escalating criminal threats. The couple faces early stressors that test their marital resilience.

Key story beats

  1. Pilot Introduction — Roger Murtaugh begins his routine patrol and establishes his cautious approach to law enforcement.
  2. Military Weapon Investigation — Murtaugh investigates a shooting that reveals illegal military weapons circulating in the city.
  3. Cartel & Family Struggles — Murtaugh and Trish navigate a violent cartel case while managing household chaos.
  4. Neighborhood Burglaries — A series of break-ins threatens Murtaugh's personal safety and family peace.
  5. Navy SEAL Suspect — Murtaugh investigates a former SEAL, drawing parallels to his own partner's background.
  6. Model Murder & Family Secret — Murtaugh uncovers dark secrets in a high-profile murder case while Trish deals with family issues.
  7. Fashion Expeditor Murder — Murtaugh follows a dangerous underground investigation trail while Trish travels for college visits.
  8. Casino Heist & Witness — Murtaugh handles a deadly casino heist and takes custody of a young witness.
  9. Holiday Homicide — Murtaugh investigates a ruthless holiday killing while Trish manages neighborhood disputes.
  10. Designer Drug Turf War — Murtaugh navigates a violent turf war between new dealers and established gangs.
  11. Sheriff Misuse of Power — Murtaugh investigates potential corruption within the sheriff's department.
  12. Car Theft Ring & Trish Defense — Murtaugh tackles a car theft ring while Trish unexpectedly serves as lead defense attorney.
  13. Church Crimes & Anniversary — Murtaugh investigates serial church crimes while Trish and Roger clash over parenting decisions.
  14. Stalker Revelation & File — A brutal crash reveals a stalker targeting a key figure, forcing Murtaugh to investigate.
  15. Protecting Leo Getz — Murtaugh protects a lawyer linked to the cartel while Trish makes a spontaneous life decision.

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