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The Battle Begins
Gritty, intense, evocative and emotional, "Over There" takes you to the front lines of battle and explores the effects of war on a U.S. Army unit sent to Iraq on their first tour of duty, as well as the equally powerful effects felt at home by their families and loved ones.
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Gritty, intense, evocative and emotional, "Over There" takes you to the front lines of battle and explores the effects of war on a U.S. Army unit sent to Iraq on their first tour of duty, as well as the equally powerful effects felt at home by their families and loved ones.
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Episode 1
When a U.S. Army unit arrives in Iraq for their first tour of duty, they quickly find themselves engaged in a bloody firefight and discover the essence of who they are as soldiers. Some show more mettle in the face of death, while others become paralyzed
Guest stars Lombardo Boyar, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Matt Barr, Adam Storke, Ben Youcef, Patrick Renna, Juan Pope, Jossie Thacker
Episode 2
The squad is assigned to roadblock duty and is forced to shoot two motorists who ignore their orders to stop. Meanwhile, Bo’s estranged, alcoholic father visits him in the hospital.
Directed by Nelson McCormickGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Aasha Davis, Kirk B.R. Woller, Wade Williams, Michael Patrick McGill, Rami Malek, Juan Pope
Episode 3
The squad helps guard a prisoner who undergoes both physical and mental distress in order to find out vital information.. Bo requests to be taken off morphine. Sergio attends a family support group meeting. Eddy finds himself alone.
Directed by Jesse BochcoWritten by Joel FieldsGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Michael Cudlitz, Kirk B.R. Woller, Bonnie Burroughs, Rami Malek, Francia Raísa
Episode 4
Angel's rifle skills come in handy when a supply truck must make a delivery to a dangerous area. Terry makes the house wheelchair accessible in preperation for Bo's return home.
Directed by Mikael SalomonGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Nick Spano, Lilly McDowell, Earl Poitier, Steve Rankin, Joey Naber
Episode 5
When Smoke is implicated in the death of a civilian, his mother takes the news hard. An embedded reporter disappears after suggesting the death was an Iraqi setup. Also, Bo gets his new prosthetic leg.
Directed by Nelson McCormickWritten by Peter EganGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Bradley Stryker, Adam Storke, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kirk B.R. Woller, Hosea Chanchez
Episode 6
The squad races against time to rescue journalist John Moffet before he is executed by his abductors. The team also learns a bounty has been placed on Smoke's head. Meanwhile, Bo returns home and Vanessa finally hits rock bottom.
Directed by Jesse BochcoWritten by Peter EganGuest stars Bradley Stryker, Adam Storke, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Joyce Guy, Bonnie Burroughs, Joe Nieves, Krysten Leigh Jones, Juan Pope
Episode 7
The squad is assigned to guard a prison that is in not so good condition and soon find themselves in a dangerous situation. Mrs. B temporarily returns home to care for her autistic son.
Directed by D.J. CarusoGuest stars Yasmine Hanani, Josh Stamberg, Sammy Sheik, Adam Weisman, Andy Mackenzie, Joey Naber, Joe Cappelletti, Jodi Taffel
Episode 8
The squad is assigned to protect workers installing a pipeline. Meanwhile, Mrs. B is AWOL in Hollywood mixing with some questionable characters and Bo tries to run on his prosthetic leg.
Directed by Kim MannersGuest stars Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Jennette McCurdy, Adam Storke, John Lacy, Michael Dempsey, Ken Weiler, Cathryn de Prume, Scott Klace
Episode 9
The squad faces a moral dilemma when they discover millions of dollars. Mrs. B returns from being AWOL and finds a friend in Dim. Meanwhile, Bo is training hard to return to his squad and Vanessa is sticking with AA and trying to make amends.
Directed by Greg YaitanesWritten by Joel FieldsGuest stars James Jordan, Adam Storke, Josh Stamberg, John Lacy, Joey Naber, Marcus Shultz, David Ackert, Patrick Dorn
Episode 10
Angel puts his own life at risk when an American is held hostage. Meanwhile, Sergio and Anna's relationship continues to grow, and Venessa tries to make up for her past.
Directed by Dean WhiteGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Jimmy 'Jax' Pinchak, Currie Graham, Josh Stamberg, John Lacy, Kevontay Jackson, Scott Klace
Episode 11
The squad is ordered to evict the residents of an orphanage. Sergio is conflicted over his attraction to Anna. Meanwhile, Terry looks into why Bo has stopped receiving his military pay.
Directed by Kramer MorgenthauWritten by Joel FieldsGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Tom Virtue, Adam Storke, Serena Scott Thomas, Marcus Shultz, Dante Dahabreh, Rob Reinis
Episode 12
As the squad searches for an elusive bomber, they are joined by a squad of undertrained Iraqi soldiers. Meanwhile, Bo confronts his father and Vanessa continues to struggle with her alcoholism.
Directed by Jesse BochcoGuest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Dirk Blocker, Josh Stamberg, Wade Williams, Ben Wise, Jay Harik, Navid Negahban
Episode 13
(Season Finale) The squad is assigned to protect a civilian convoy. Lt. Underpants leadership skills take a toll on the squad. Back at home, Bo meets somebody who may be able to help him get back in the Army and Sergio receives surprising news from Anna.
Guest stars Lombardo Boyar, Ana Ortiz, Cylk Cozart, Adam Storke, Josh Stamberg, Marcus Shultz, David McDivitt, John Siciliano
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
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