"Things We Lost in the Fire" | |
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Grey's Anatomy episode | |
Episode no. | Season 12 Episode 8 |
Directed by | Rob Corn |
Written by | Tia Napolitano |
Original air date | November 19, 2015 |
Running time | 43 minutes |
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"Things We Lost in the Fire" is the eighth episode of the twelfth season of the American television medical drama Grey's Anatomy, and the 253rd episode overall. Written by Tia Napolitano and directed by Rob Corn, the episode aired on the ABC in the United States on November 19, 2015.
The episode focuses on the aftermath of a massive wildfire, as several firefighters with life-threatening injuries are admitted to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Tensions rise between Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd) and Nathan Riggs (Martin Henderson), as their mysterious past begins to surface. Meanwhile, Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) continues to navigate her new role as Head of General Surgery, while dealing with professional challenges and personal dilemmas. Jo Wilson (Camilla Luddington) faces relationship issues with Alex Karev (Justin Chambers), as the couple struggles with their differing views on their future.
Upon its initial airing, "Things We Lost in the Fire" was watched by 8.50 million viewers, and garnered positive reviews from television critics, with praise for the performances of McKidd and Henderson.[1][2][3]