Rescue Me : Season 1

Movie / Show Details

Rescue Me is a TV-MA dramedy that debuted on FX Network in 2004, created by and starring Denis Leary as Tommy Gavin, a senior firefighter in New York City struggling with alcoholism, guilt, and the aftermath of 9/11. Set in a firehouse during the post-9/11 era, the series follows Gavin as he grapples with his crumbling marriage to Janet (Andrea Roth) while serving as the emotional anchor for his crew. Surrounding him are complex characters including Franco Rivera (Daniel Sunjata), a charming firefighter navigating unexpected fatherhood; Ken Shea (John Scurti), who channels his trauma into poetry; and Chief Jerry Reilly (Jack McGee), whose own demons threaten his career. The show explores how these men cope with stress and loss through anger, competition, and self-destructive behavior, examining the bonds and fractures within their tight-knit team.

This is the first season on three DVDs with a total runtime of 13 hours, rated TV-MA and released by FX Network. You’re getting a used copy of the physical media that lets you own this acclaimed series outright.