Crime
Dope Thief
Dope Thief comes with all the drugs, language and violence that you probably expect in a such an aptly named show.
Dani used to have a bit of a quitting problem.
First, she dropped out of medical school. Then she broke off her engagement. But one thing that Dani hasn’t quit is her belief in God. She knows that God has a purpose for her. And she believes that if she steps out in faith to follow His calling, He’ll provide the rest.
Which is how she wound up working as an EMT for the County Rescue department. It’s been a tough road, and the destination still isn’t exactly clear.
Dani feels like she’s on the path God wants her to be on. However, during her training, she was one of three candidates vying for the one permanent job available. And Dani didn’t get it. But she managed to snag a temporary position after another EMT took a six-month leave of absence to seek help for his alcohol addiction.
Now, that six-month window is coming to a close, and Dani still isn’t sure where God wants her. To make matters more confusing, she’s just learned her ex-fiancé, Hunter, has moved back to town and taken a position as an ER doctor at the hospital—the same one she delivers patients to when she’s on duty. If another EMT position opens up and Dani stays, she’ll have to contend with that complication (not to mention the two other guys who are also romantically interested in her). But if she goes, she’s not sure where God will send her next.
Still, Dani’s friends reassure her: If she’ll just have faith and allow God to speak to her, He’ll show her exactly where He wants her to be.
Many TV fans love their medical dramas. One need only look to the success of shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, The Good Doctor or Chicago Med (or beloved older series such as ER, St. Elsewhere or even M*A*S*H, for that matter) to understand that. But Great American Pure Flix brings something new to the genre that makes it stand out against the rest.
County Rescue doesn’t have any foul language or sordid affairs. Dani allows her faith to guide her decisions, not her next romantic liaison. Other characters allow their faith to govern their lives, too. And although not everyone here is a Christian, even nonbelievers are positively impacted by the conviction of their faith-filled coworkers.
Like other medical shows, things can still get pretty intense. Dani and the other EMTs are saving lives, after all. Some people crash under that pressure. (One of Dani’s coworkers takes to drinking, eventually seeking professional help for his addiction.) But no matter what hardships they face, the team comes together like a family, supporting one another and lifting each person up.
And don’t worry, if you’re drawn to this genre’s penchant for interpersonal drama, there’s still plenty of that: Dani is the romantic interest of at least three guys, after all. But it’s all presented in a wholesome, comforting way that will make you root for the characters, not gossip about their salacious antics.
(Editor’s Note: Plugged In is rarely able to watch every episode of a given series for review. As such, there’s always a chance that you might see a problem that we didn’t. If you notice content that you feel should be included in our review, send us an email at [email protected], or contact us via Facebook or Instagram, and be sure to let us know the episode number, title and season so that we can check it out.)
After a flood destroyed the old County Rescue station, the EMTs celebrate the grand reopening of their new facility.
Dani prays frequently. She talks to a Christian friend about where God wants her to be, noting the uncertainty with her job (her temporary employment will end soon) and the added complication of her ex-fiancé moving back to town. A coworker asks Dani to pray for an endeavor of his, even though he’s not sure he believes in God himself. A woman wears a cross necklace.
We learn that Dani broke things off with Hunter, her ex-fiancé, because he didn’t support her decision to become an EMT and, ultimately, her faith in God. There are romantic complications with him and with a coworker who clearly has a crush on Dani.
EMTs aid people in need, including a man having an allergic reaction and a child with a dislocated shoulder. Former EMT trainee Griffin administers CPR to a man while waiting for the current team of EMTs to arrive. A woman generously donates the money to build a new station for the team.
People drink champagne at an event. A couple considers leaving because of this, since the husband is a recovering alcoholic.
Dani tries to be “just friends” with an old flame after he helps save her dad’s life. Meanwhile, her coworker, Tim, tries to put aside his own romantic feelings for Dani until he can figure out his own life.
Dani prays frequently. She shares with a friend that her confidence comes from God—and that she’s able to handle the pressure of being an EMT because He helps carry that burden.
A Christian man gives some advice to a younger coworker: He tells him that when he stopped focusing on what he wanted (namely, a “perfect” wife) and started focusing on what others needed, God changed him into a new man. And as a result, he also met his future wife in God’s timing.
After a couple receives shocking news, the husband holds his wife, comforting her. Dani notes there’s nothing her family wouldn’t do to lift each other up. We see friends and family supporting each other in loving ways.
A woman is somewhat rude to a man when he’s late for an appointment.
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