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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 9 Episode 11 - Going Once, Going Twice
    9.5/10(4 votes)

    #1 - Going Once, Going Twice

    S9:E11

    When a medical examiner becomes entangled in a dangerous situation during an autopsy, the 118 is called in to assist. Meanwhile, the 118 hosts an LAFD charity bachelor auction.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  2. undefined Season 3 Episode 15 - Down to Clown
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Down to Clown

    S3:E15

    Facing his anger management issues, Owen has a breakthrough in therapy. Then, after a particularly devastating emergency call, Grace reaches out to a co-worker, but regrets when Judd offers more than she was planning. Also, a clown has an emergency at a young boy's birthday party, and Tommy, T.K. and Nancy race to help a survivalist who has a painful encounter with a reptile.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  3. undefined Season 8 Episode 1 - Buzzkill (1)
    9.1/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Buzzkill (1)

    S8:E1

    The 118 team battles an "un-bee-lievable" emergency when a trailer with millions of bees crashes on the streets of Los Angeles, unleashing a swarm.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 6 - The ATX-Files
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #4 - The ATX-Files

    S3:E6

    In an attempt to bond with Wyatt, Owen and Judd take the teen alien hunting, but their search takes a different turn when they find two dead bodies. Meanwhile, Tommy joins a grief group for widowers, as mysterious events around her house lead her to believe Charles is communicating from the beyond with her and the twins. Then, a woman fears she is cursed and takes drastic measures to cure herself.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  5. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Trainwrecks
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Trainwrecks

    S5:E2

    The 126 race into action when a major train derailment causes multiple injuries; Meanwhile Tommy makes a bold move in her relationship with Trevor; Wyatt asks Owen to give Judd his job back as Marjan and Paul continue to compete for the open position.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Act of God
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    #6 - Act of God

    S1:E4

    A massive tornado sweeps through Austin, as Owen, Michelle and their teams race to save those in its path.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  7. undefined Season 8 Episode 8 - Wannabes
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #7 - Wannabes

    S8:E8

    Things get messy for the 118 following a massive pipe explosion. Meanwhile, Athena investigates the brutal beating of a man found behind a grocery store, and Bobby's working relationship with Brad from "HOT SHOTS" just got a little more intimate.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - 2100°
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #8 - 2100°

    S2:E2

    After a volcanic eruption wreaks havoc in Austin, the members of the 126 race to save lives at a college pool party, a family's mini-golf outing and a woman trapped in her food truck by a horde of scorpions.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  9. undefined Season 4 Episode 1 - The New Hotness
    8.3/10(6 votes)

    #9 - The New Hotness

    S4:E1

    Captains Strand and Vega along with the members of the 126 are called into action to a county fair when a "Derecho," a series of fast-moving severe thunderstorms, hit Austin, causing hurricanic and tornadic-force winds, heavy rains, flash floods and a wide path of destruction. Owen's newfound passion for motorcycling puts him on a potentially dangerous path. Tommy has the potential for a romance when she meets an attractive single father. And as T.K. and Carlos prepare for their wedding, a secret from Carlos' past may stand in their way to happiness.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  10. undefined Season 8 Episode 12 - Disconnected
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Disconnected

    S8:E12

    Maddie's return to work proves to be more triggering than expected, as she may have returned too soon. Eddie struggles to adapt to his new surroundings.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  11. undefined Season 8 Episode 17 - Don't Drink the Water
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #11 - Don't Drink the Water

    S8:E17

    Following an earthquake, the 118 races to the scene of several unusual fires and must figure out their cause before anyone else is hurt. Meanwhile, as everyone settles into their new normal, they try to move forward and plan for the future.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  12. undefined Season 9 Episode 8 - War
    7.8/10(3 votes)

    #12 - War

    S9:E8

    Following Hen's firing, Chimney grapples with his decision and how it has affected the team. Meanwhile, a new AI call center assistant, meant to help, has begun to create more complications, and the 118 must intervene.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  13. undefined Season 9 Episode 4 - Reentry
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #13 - Reentry

    S9:E4

    As Athena and Hen navigate their way back home, Athena will be forced to confront what it means to live without Bobby.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 11 - Baby Boom
    7.3/10(6 votes)

    #14 - Baby Boom

    S2:E11

    When an RV crashes into Station 19, the team races against the clock to save lives and secure the building’s compromised structure. Meanwhile, a surprise delivery arrives at reception.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  15. undefined Season 9 Episode 1 - Eat the Rich
    7.1/10(7 votes)

    #15 - Eat the Rich

    S9:E1

    In honor of Bobby Nash's sacrifice, the 118 comes together to dedicate the firehouse in his memory. Meanwhile, when a billionaire tech giant is involved in a life-or-death emergency, the team must race to his aid.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  16. undefined Season 9 Episode 2 - Spiraling
    5.2/10(5 votes)

    #16 - Spiraling

    S9:E2

    As a geostorm ravages Earth, Athena and Hen's space mission teeters on the edge. On the ground, the 118 battles chaos when technology goes rogue.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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  17. undefined Season 8 Episode 15 - Lab Rats (2)
    3.8/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Lab Rats (2)

    S8:E15

    Athena and Buck are in a race against time to rescue the rest of the 118 following the fire in the bio lab.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:James Leffler

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James Leffler Ratings Summary

"Going Once, Going Twice" is the best rated episode written by James Leffler. It scored 9.5/10 based on 4 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 2/26/2026 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Down to Clown".