This time, though, nobody has been shot or struck by lightning.
Instead, this arc isthe perfect opportunity for9-1-1to do two things.
First, it is time for Christopher (Gavin McHugh) to come home.
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At the center of the many emergencies are the relationships between these characters.
A lot of this has to do with the 118 found family, as well as the close friendships.
Buck and Eddie share many characteristics with9-1-1’s other central couples.
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They are both first responders who met through work but support each other even outside of work.
As soon as Eddie first complimented Buck, Buck immediately changed his mind about him.
They became best friends right away, although they have never acted like just friends.
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When Tommyends things with Buck, it is because he believesthat he will notbe Buck’s “last.
Although it looks bad, it is actually the perfect chance for9-1-1to bring these two closer.
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Eddie doesn’t do the obvious thing.
Buck and Eddie have always been attached at the hip.
They’re at home in each other’s houses and have central places in each other’s lives.
This could be exactly the push that Buck needs to realize his feelings.
He clearly hasn’t forgiven himself fully, though, or he would just bring Christopher home.
With the possibility of losing each other closer than ever,9-1-1feels primed to finally lean into this long awaited relationship.
9-1-1Season 8 will be back on ABC on March 6, 2025.
In the meantime, it is available to stream on Hulu.
