Rescue: HI-Surf fans won’t have to wait long to get back into the action. Episode 10 is called “Riptide” and it will air on FOX on January 20, 2025 at 9:00pm. The new episode looks like it will make the North Shore lifeguards’ personal and professional problems even worse.
There are high-stakes rescues and consequences for the messy relationships and decisions made in Episode 10 in the promo. Fans can’t wait to see what happens next for their favorite lifeguards after the midseason break.
Rescue: HI-Surf Episode 9 Recap
Rescue: HI-Surf Season 1 Episode 9 caused a lot of trouble in people’s lives and set the stage for more drama when the show comes back. The episode, called “Aftermath,” had a mix of holiday cheer, decisions that would change people’s lives, and tensions building among the lifeguard team.
Will and Em’s relationship gets worse.
There was a full-on affair between Will Ready (Adam Demos) and Em (Arielle Kebbel) after their steamy kiss in Episode 8. They weren’t very discreet when they stole time from work and went to hidden places like a beautiful waterfall. Even though they seemed to get along well, they didn’t talk about the big problem: Will is engaged and Em has a boyfriend.
Their new relationship seemed to thrive on touching each other, but things started to fall apart when a friend caught them in a sexual act. Their relationship feels like a time bomb because they are both very emotional, and Em’s possible promotion to captain could make things even more complicated.
The Big Move of Sonny and the Captaincy
As a lifeguard with a lot of experience, Sonny (Robbie Magasiva) made it clear that he wanted Em to take over as captain. But the Chief had doubts about Em’s personality, which meant it was unlikely that she would get the job without Sonny’s help.
Even though Sonny worked hard behind the scenes to give Em a chance, the Chief and the Mayor didn’t agree with him, so he didn’t have many friends. At the same time, Em was dealing with how awkward it was to be considered for a job she might not really get based on her skills alone.
Laka’s Problems
In this episode, Laka’s crazy life came back to haunt him. After saying he wanted to become a lieutenant, bad things started to happen, like being drunk on duty and being ripped off and robbed. It was painfully clear that he wasn’t ready to be a leader, and his coworker Will didn’t hesitate to tell him so.
But Will’s harsh words seemed hypocritical because he had made some bad decisions himself. Laka’s sadness and self-reflection made for a touching side story that showed how hard it is to take on such a big responsibility.
Hina and Kainalu’s Romantic Turn:
Hina (Zoe Cipres) and Kainalu, who were roommates and had a complicated relationship, finally fell in love. They finally gave in to their feelings after weeks of flirting and competing with each other. But the fact that they are getting closer is probably going to cause problems especially for Hina, who has been afraid to let down her guard.
The episode didn’t have as many rescues as usual, but it made up for it by going into great detail about the characters’ personal lives. A side story about a young surfer who is trying to trade fins for a board made the story more fun. The holiday celebrations of the team set a fun tone for the drama.
Before the midseason break, fans still don’t know how these unfinished stories will end. There’s going to be a lot of drama, from Em’s possible promotion to the effects of Will and Em’s affair. Save: HI-Surf will be back on January 20, and it looks like it will be worth the wait.
Network: Fox
Available on: Prime Video | CTV | HULU
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