The Closer: 'Sudden Death' Preview (8-25-08)

“Sudden Death,” the August 25 episode of The Closer, is going to be yet another winner this season for two reasons.

First of all, actor Kevin Bacon, the real-life husband of series star Kyra Sedgwick (as I’m sure we all know), returns to direct this episode, marking his third year in a row contributing to the series behind the camera.

Second of all, and most important to me, the episode focuses on Detective Julio Sanchez (Raymond Cruz), which is the first time the show has given us an entire plot revolving around his volatile character. Sanchez, whom I find impossible not to admire for his stony-faced tenacity, always looks like a volcano patiently waiting for the perfect time to erupt. I love him.

Unfortunately for the Priority Homicide detective, his brother is shot on “Sudden Death.” Then again, on the good side for both siblings, Sanchez’s colleagues have his back all the way and refuse to stop trying to close the case until it’s, well, closed.

A two-minute sneak peek follows the jump, courtesy of TNT, and it makes me even more eager to see the entire installment.

The Closer airs Mondays on TNT at 9pm EST.