Ashes to Ashes

Gene's reckless actions put a covert operation against a drug cartel in jeopardy. At the same time, Chris falls for an undercover officer, while Alex continues to piece together clues as to why she remains deeply stuck in the 1980s.

The show is a single episode of a programme that follows a high‑stakes undercover mission. It centres on a covert operation targeting a powerful drug cartel, with the narrative unfolding over a tight, self‑contained storyline. In this instalment, Gene’s actions put the secret raid on the cartel in serious danger. At the same time, Chris becomes romantically involved with an officer who is working undercover, adding a personal twist to the tension. Meanwhile, Alex continues to piece together clues that explain why she is still living in the 1980s. Gene’s misstep directly threatens the operation’s success, forcing the team to reassess their approach while dealing with the fallout of his decisions. Chris’s budding relationship with the undercover officer creates an emotional conflict that runs parallel to the larger criminal investigation, highlighting the personal stakes involved. Alex’s investigation into her lingering presence in the 1980s provides a parallel thread, as she uncovers further evidence about the reasons behind her temporal displacement. Her growing collection of clues deepens the mystery surrounding her situation, tying her personal quest to the broader narrative of the drug‑cartel sting.