Shark

No Holds Barred

Season 2, Episode 6, Aired 10/28/07

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After a popular ultimate fighter commits suicide, an investigation reveals he had been the third fighter in the league to commit suicide and the league CEO had been pushing steroids on the players. Following the results of the investigation, Sebastian charges the CEO with murder.

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Jeri Ryan

Jessica Devlin
Sarah Carter

Madeleine Poe
James Woods

Sebastian Stark

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...but to diluted!

7.2

"Good"

By AvatarBlue, Jul 04, 2008 Report Abuse

This episode suffers with the season2 affliction of being to diluted. Not enough focus on Stark, too much going on with Julies life. Im all for having scenes with her affecting Starks life, but that hasnt been the case. Woods is the reason for the show and I just cant help feel that unless a subplot (like here) has him on scene then the screenplay just becomes to diluted.

It doesnt help when the episode deals with uninteresting subject matter (at least to me). At least there are a few engaging screens with Cutlers character.

The investigation is too flimsy. The courtcase two orchestrated to provide any mystery and keep viewers guessing. Not too many problems hit the team and they seem to be gliding to the inevitable endgame, and to easily to be entertaining. Stark does get up to some tricks, but they arent new and have been seen before. With his partytricks running dry, the only notable scene in this episode is when he corners the real perp on the stand tricking him (and his lawyer) into giving evidence. Nice idea, but even that could have been executed with more of seaseon 1's flair.

This episode looks to be the first step on the downhill path to oblivion. The production is still slick, but overall I felt alienated from seeing more of Stark in action. Felt that more of his feelings and more of his frustations were missing. The show is ultimately about his character, but instead of focusing on him, the production has taken the best asset from the screen and diluted his affect by having him dance between to many supporting characters. If only theyd had one of his team be the main focus with him per episode, perhaps the plot would work better.

If more episodes are like this then its clear to see why its was scrapped.

Unfortunately Im a fan, so while Id say dont miss this episode because its still good, the truth is that you could miss it and be none the wiser!moreless

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A fairly good episode with some very nice Cutler scenes.

8.2

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By tsar_luke30, Nov 14, 2007 Report Abuse

One reason I thought this episode was above average was the great scenes with Leo Cutler. He was great to watch and you almost didn't hate him. He really stepped up to help, but of course he did it to his absolute benefit. Cutler that political slave.

The actual story line did not interest me as much as I hoped it would have. The case was kind of iffy, but they did do a good job of really flip-flopping between suicide or murder.

I loved Madeline's scene when she said, "I have a brown belt in Akido(spelling?) so don't piss me off." Of course the acting by everyone was once again awesome. This is such a great cast!moreless

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The dark world of Ultimate Fighting!

8.9

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By JPPT1974, Oct 31, 2007 Report Abuse

The ugly world of Ultimate fighting takes a deadly turn in this really growing and very dangerous popular sport that I think needs to be banned IMHO. As people get hurt or even killed. A third fighter is killed but it is due to a suicide drug. Shark goes after the CEO of the company. That supplied the wrestler this drug. Hoping that the CEO won't get away with the third death just like he did the first two deaths. We also learn that Madeline has a brown belt in Aikido as she isn't just brains but also can protect herself really well. Very good show. Go get em Shark!moreless

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Typically good episode of Shark this time bringing into picture a story about the UFC craze. The case was pretty interesting wondering if he had committed suicide or was murdered. Pollack was great giving the public persona ofmoreless

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By danharr, Oct 30, 2007 Report Abuse

Typically good episode of Shark this time bringing into picture a story about the UFC craze. The case was pretty interesting wondering if he had committed suicide or was murdered. Pollack was great giving the public persona of caring about justice. While behind the scenes working the best political angle for himself. He is also on par with Woods in the one-liner department. His comment to Jessica about winning the election was priceless. Julie continues to do well helping her drunk boyfriend whom Stark had to put in his place after showing up drunk and wreaking his motorcycle. Good episode only real news is the further development of Julie and boyfriend and her attempts to get him clean and sober.moreless

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Trivia
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- The award on Cutler's desk reads: "Home for Humanity Recognizes Leo Cutler with Honorary Membership for His Commitment and Service." Edit
- It is revealed that Madeleine Poe has a brown belt in aikido. Edit
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- International Episode Titles: Czech Republic "Zápas bez pravidel" (Fight without Rules) Edit
- International Air Dates: Czech Republic October 7, 2009 on Prima Finland July 17, 2010 on MTV3 Edit
- Special billing was given to Kevin Pollak (and) in this episode. Edit
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- Cutler: See how nice it can be when we all play together? Stark: Problem is you only play when there's something in it for you. Cutler: Which makes me different from you, how? Jessica: He's got you there. Edit
- Madeleine: You tell Stark. Danny: Why me? Madeleine: Because you guys have that whole "macho bond thing" going on. Danny: Yeah, but he won't hit a girl. Madeleine: Don't bet on it. Edit
- Stark: What would happen if I kissed you really hard right now? Raina: If I didn't kill you, Isaac definitely would. Stark: Fair point. Edit
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- The title "No Holds Barred" refers to a type of ultimate fighting. Basically, there are no rules and anything goes, and nothing is barred from the contest. Edit