Cagney & Lacey Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
Episode 1 - On the StreetCagney and Lacey investigate the beating of a teenage hooker who refuses to incriminate her pimp or return to her wealthy parents' home. |
Episode 2 - Ordinary HeroCagney and Lacey's witness in an assault case turns out to be an illegal alien who is about to be deported. |
Episode 3 - The PsychicA psychic's predictions provide Cagney and Lacey with their only leads when a missing person's case turns into a murder investigation. |
Episode 4 - The LotteryCagney and Lacey uncover a clever forgery scheme when three ticket holders claim the grand prize of the New York State Lottery. |
Episode 5 - EntrapmentDuring an underground investigation of a notorious narcotics dealer Cagney crosses the line to entrapment and expects Lacey to commit perjury on her behalf. |
Episode 6 - The ClinicCagney and Lacey's investigation of the fire-bombing of an abortion clinic places them on opposing sides over this controversial issue. |
Episode 7 - Mothers and SonsThe detective must crack a mother's testimony on the alibi of her son who is accused of robbery and assault while Mary Beth must deal with her own son's problems at school. |
Episode 8 - Filial DutyCagney and Lacey investigate the robbery and murder of a 70-year-old recluse as Charlie Cagney is hospitalized with pneumonia. |
Episode 9 - Old GhostsCagney is branded as a coward for her handling of a robbery and suspended until Lacey clears her name. |
Episode 10 - PowerWhen Cagney is placed in charge of the 14th Precinct during Lt. Samuels' vacation her fellow detectives accuse her of being on a 'power trip.' |
Episode 11 - Play It Again, SantaCagney goes undercover with Det. Jonah Newman to investigate a series of disappearing Santa Clauses. |
Episode 12 - Rebukes (a.k.a. The Rapist)Cagney's temporary partner becomes obsessed with a rape investigation and her personal involvement leads to tragedy. |
Episode 13 - Act of ConscienceWhile Lacey is on maternity leave Cagney is assigned a controversial new partner -- a detective who finked on some crooked cops. |
Episode 14 - D.W.I.While Lacey is on maternity leave she becomes involved in investigating a neighborhood hit-and-run accident. |
Episode 15 - The GimpWhile investigating a series of muggings of disabled persons Cagney gets a first-hand look at the problems they face and becomes romantically involved with a man who is handicapped. |
Episode 16 - Family ConnectionsWith Mary Beth about to deliver her child Christine has second thoughts about the single's life. |
Episode 17 - Post PartumChristine becomes involved in a case where a West Point cadet is charged with possession of cocaine while Mary Beth's father pays her a visit after an absence of 30 years. |
Episode 18 - Man Who Shot TrotskyCagney and Lacey receive a second opportunity to nail a notorious narcotics dealer as Petrie and Isbecki go 'off-Broadway' to pursue a murder case. |
Episode 19 - Exit Stage CenterWhen a famous actress is killed under mysterious circumstances Cagney and Lacey discover more drama offstage than on. |
Episode 20 - CapitalismCagney and Lacey investigate the murder of a prominent and well-respected Cambodian immigrant and discover his criminal activities. |
Episode 21 - ExtraditionCagney and Lacey are sent to Los Angeles to extradite an old 'perp' as Christine meets her brother's family for the first time in 12 years. |
Episode 22 - A Safe PlaceWhen a vial of plutonium is stolen from a scientist Cagney and Lacey run up against government barriers in trying to locate the lethal radioactive material. |
Episode 23 - Model CitizenCagney and Lacey investigate the gangland-style murder of a highly respected union leader with a spotless record. |
Episode 24 - Parting ShotsDetective Jonah Newman is gunned down in front of his fellow detectives who must find the killer while coming to grips with the loss of their colleague and the danger of their jobs. |
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