In this episode, we are introduced to the key figures of the series: Lt. Mike Torrello, who leads Chicago's Major Crime Unit; Ray Luca, an ambitious young gangster poised to rise in the criminal world; and David Abrams, an idealistic public defender eager to distance himself from his Mob-linked past. As the narrative unfolds, Torrello diligently pursues Chicago's organized crime while Luca finds himself mentored by Manny Weisbord, a formidable crime lord. As the plot develops, both Torrello and Luca become increasingly aware of each other, prompting Torrello to recognize the new threat he must confront.
Show
Crime Story
Episode
S01E01
Air Date
Sep 19, 1986
Season 1 Episodes
S01E01
Pilot (1)
S01E03
Final Transmission
S01E04
Shadow Dancer
S01E05
The Saint Louis Book of Blues
S01E06
The War
S01E07
Abrams for the Defense
S01E08
Pursuit of a Wanted Felon
S01E09
Old Friends, Dead Ends
S01E10
Justice Hits the Skids
S01E11
For Love or Money
S01E12
Hide and Go Thief
S01E13
Strange Bedfellows
S01E14
Fatal Crossroads
S01E15
Torello on Trial
S01E16
The Kingdom of Money
S01E17
The Battle of Las Vegas
S01E18
The Survivor
S01E19
The Pinnacle
S01E20
Top of the World
S01E21
Ground Zero