Overview

• Peter Krause’s character, Captain Bobby Nash, died in Season 8 Episode 15, marking the first major character death in the series since its 2018 debut.
• The episode, titled 'Lab Rats,' achieved 8.45 million total viewers and a 1.74 demo rating, the highest since November 2024, according to Nielsen data.
• Streaming platforms, including Hulu and Disney+, contributed significantly to the viewership, making it the most-streamed episode since the Season 8 premiere.
• Series creator Tim Minear confirmed Bobby’s death was a deliberate narrative choice to raise stakes ahead of Season 9, emphasizing the risks faced by first responders.
• The upcoming May 1 episode will focus on the 118 team mourning Bobby while Athena investigates a new case, continuing the emotional aftermath of his loss.