Soon-Tek Oh (a frequent quest on "Hawaii Five-O") starred as a Chinese defector named Chaing. The show begins with him coming ashore in a raft--and then killing the Chinese agent who came to help him on shore. Why? A bit later, McGarrett investigates the killing of the agent as well as trying to identify the person who came ashore. The trail leads to a brilliant but supremely obnoxious and arrogant scientist (Pat Hingle). Hingle quickly dismisses McGarrett and says he'll have nothing to do with any investigation--he and his work is too important for such 'trivialities'! However, when Chaing arrives at Hingle's hotel room, Hingle realizes he needs McGarrett's help. Sure, Hingle acknowledges to McGarrett, Chaing DID kill the agent but it was in self-defense and the man is seeking political asylum. However, McGarrett isn't quite so fast to believe Chaing's story--and urges Hingle to take it slowly--especially since Hingle's project is VERY important for the US Defense Department. Perhaps Chaing has designs on Hingle's secrets or on Hingle himself. What's going to happen next? Tune in and see for yourself.
Overall, a very good episode. Much of this is because Hingle's character was such a colorful and likable jerk! The plot wasn't bad, either, though the viewer might just wonder how it is that Hawaii ALWAYS seems to be at the forefront of international spies and military intrigue!! Well worth seeing.
Overall, a very good episode. Much of this is because Hingle's character was such a colorful and likable jerk! The plot wasn't bad, either, though the viewer might just wonder how it is that Hawaii ALWAYS seems to be at the forefront of international spies and military intrigue!! Well worth seeing.