TVTropes is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. Lt. Barker is ordered to resume a cover, in which he's part of the gang led by a civic leader who's secretly involved in extortion. (Live Version). Soundtracking: New York Undercover 44 Tracks Created by TIDAL There's no disputing how hip-hop and R&B influenced New York Undercover. (Live Version), Live All rights reserved. with updates on movies, TV shows, Rotten Tomatoes podcast and more. On April 6, 1995, Chante Moore appeared on 'New York Undercover,' lending her vocals to a cover of Minnie Ripperton's steamy, 'Come Inside My Love.' 1 8.4 (29) Rate The detectives investigate the murder of man who played a major role during the Black Panther Movement. It wasn't until Dick Wolf (the man behind shows such as 'Law & Order' and 'Homicide: Life on the Street,' among others) created the crime drama, 'New York Undercover,' that a true hip-hop-driven show was presented to viewers. A violent Puerto Rican gang supporting the cause of their people causes trouble in the community. Following the release of what would prove to be one of the most successful R&B albums ever, 'II,' Philadelphia reps Boyz II Men made a pit stop at Natalie's to perform their power ballad, 'On Bended Knee.' J.C. befriends a woman whose abusive boyfriend heads a band of thieves hitting upscale apartments; Eddie asks Nina not to go back to work. Having just turned 82, Ann Margret remains a force of nature. New York Undercover: Season 1 -- Tomatometer 0 Reviews Episode Info G must decide if he is "man enough" to protect a friend, a 10-year-old boy involved in a gang-related shooting. Link to Are You There God? Privacy Policy and the Lt. Cooper sends two patrol officers to infiltrate a group of corrupt cops when neighborhood dealers start disappearing. But hey, at least we got this memorable performance from it. Cocreated by 'Law & Order' guru Dick Wolf.. J.C. thinks an old gang rival murdered a '60s activist; Eddie's journalist sister joins the guys on their rounds. All rights reserved. It's no surprise that when they graced the stage at Natalie's, the results were great. Paying homage to Earth, Wind & Fire through song, their appearance on the show was also another sign of the marketing prowess of Sean "Puffy" Combs, with the airing of this episode (Aug. 29, 1996) coming only three days after the release of the group's debut album. Moreno poses as a prostitute to track down a serial killer; J.C. wants G (George Gore II) to come live with him. Genres: Crime, Drama. Crime, Drama, Air Date: J.C. and Eddie pose as garbage men to probe an employee's death and wind up disposing of hazardous waste. Detective Williams outlives his and Sandy's unborn child after they were both murdered. Expires midnight 5/2/23. Details. Reggie Rock Bythewood, Larry Moskowitz & Steven Phillip Smith. Commercials deleted. By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy and McNamara. Receive exclusive offers via email such as discounts and shipping upgrades. Link to Are You There God? 239 W 45th St., Network: Fox. Nerds are cool, theater kids are hot, and Ellie Kemper will . At the end, she calls J.C. to let him he's next on her hit list just as Eddie is about to drive off. R.I.P. J.C. goes under cover at a prison to find evidence that will catch a drug lord; Eddie finally proposes to Nina. Aaliyah performs her hit cover of the Isley Brothers' 'Choosey Lover' for the grown and sexy crowd at Natalie's. Eddie and his new partner Nina Moreno (Lauren Velez) pose as bikers to solve a double homicide; J.C. awaits approval to return to active duty. Jonathan LaPaglia and Michael DeLorenzo departed at the end of the prior season (leading to the shooting death of Det. J.C. and Eddie pose as drag queens to investigate the murder of a popular transvestite; Sandy is offered a job in London. You guys have, hands down, the best crowd calendar!" Williams is probed by the internal affairs division following Danny Cort's death; Torres and Moreno contradict Simone's testimony. J.C. and Nell go under cover to expose a hospital that seems to have an uncanny ability to find organs for its wealthy clientele. The percentage of approved Tomatometer critics who have given this title a positive review. Natalie's wasn't exclusively a spot for R&B artists, but the biggest names in rap as well. Ed Sheeran leaves federal court on April 27, 2023, in New York. Originally airing on Feb. 2, 1995, following the success of their platinum-certified 1994 debut, the group furthered 'New York Undercover''s knack for having just the right guest at the right time. Following the shooting of a nanny and a baby, the unit goes undercover to try to capture the weapons suppliers. Sorry to spoil things if you've never seen this episode, but Eddie Torres ultimately gets murdered, all but ending the show's legendary three-year run. The detectives are caught in the middle when violence erupts between the police and a powerful gang after cop killer's acquittal. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available from thestaff@tvtropes.org. Detective Delaney becomes caught between her personal and professional lives when the unit searches for an arsonist who is targeting the garment district. Undercover is not due to play near your location currently - but they are scheduled to play 1 concert across 1 country in 2022-2023. If you're looking for a toadally good time in New York City, the Music Box Theatre is definitely worth a visit! From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to! A violent Puerto Rican gang supporting the cause of their people causes trouble in the community. In a Jan. 18, 1996 episode that also happened to feature Wendell "Bunk" Pierce of 'The Wire' fame, Brownstone stopped by the show to perform The Emotions' 1977 classic 'Don't Ask My Neighbors.' This is a bonus companion series released alongside Queer Serial's new sister series GIVE EM HE'LL HARRY: THE MAN WHO KEPT HARVEY MILK'S DREAM ALIVE. Sandy's murder, where he referred to her as the body and offhandedly asks why J.C. was in his robe, which earned him a shut up from Eddie. Air Date: Feb 1, 1996. J.C. has just enough time to yell Eddie's name before. Nina and McNamara suspect the wife of a recently deceased cop. NEW YORK UNDERCOVER: DIGITAL UNDERGROUND (TV) . Includes a performance of "The Closer I Get to You" by special musical guests Brandy and Tevin Campbell. Another episode had a convicted child molester, who had just been released from prison, suspected in molesting another young girl. JC is concerned as Eddie goes undercover to investigate their criminal activity. A radical group kidnaps a child for bargaining purposes; Moreno gets even for the death of her husband and her partner when she meets Jordan in prison. > Episode 22. It's unlikely to leave a lasting impression, but New York Undercover offers enough highlights to make it an enjoyable listen. Danny Cort had his kid brother, a law school student and their mother, who pretty much disowned him after her younger son's death. The detectives pose as a pair of pornographers to locate a missing girl before she falls victim to drugs and murder; guest Keith Sweat. Plus, park hours, special events, weather, and more! From the style and slang to the fictional bar/restaurant that served as the detectives' hangout, the series featured musical legends. An infant's doctor is suspiciously murdered while J.C. and Eddie are investigating a baby's emergency room death. TRANSFORMERS and its logo and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. The episode number reflects the order in which they were aired, which sometimes differed from the order of filming. Eddie and J.C. go under cover as a boxer and a manager to find the dealer of a new drug that killed a young boxer. He was best friends with Torres, father to "G," and a lover of the ladies. With her debut album, 'Baduizm,' blazing up the charts, she opted to give a nod to another free-spirited talent in Chaka Kahn, doing a cover of the vanguard's classic, 'Stay.'. He brought the heat and the eye . The detectives' investigation into a mob hit uncovers a female assassin in the midst of a deadly double cross. With the growing popularity of the culture's music and ethos, it wasn't long before big wigs in Hollywood and television took notice and began to incorporate its cues on all things cool into their work, hoping to attract the same demographic that rap had captivated seemingly overnight. This is your starting place for a less-stress, more-fun vacation. Fresh off the mega success of their sophomore album, '1999 E. Eternal,' Midwest reps Bone Thugs-N-Harmony made the trek to NYC for a performance of their smash single, 'Crossroads,'on an episode that aired on Sept. 5, 1996. Already have one? the Terms and Policies, and to receive email from Rotten Tomatoes. While the group wouldn't go on to make much noise after their platinum debut that preceded their appearance, at the time, they were one of the hottest R&B groups in the game and definitely deserving of a spot on Natalie's legendary stage. Ariel from the All-New "The Little Mermaid" Movie Is Coming to Disney Parks This Summer. Feisty teenage songstress Monica made her way to Natalie's stage in May 1996, to perform the Al Green classic, 'Let's Stay Together.' Nell Delaney and Det. While on a case against a gun Cartel, Torres kills a federal agent and begins to fear for his own life. J.C.'s (Malik Yoba) son, G (George Gore II), becomes a target after he witnesses a mob killing. Sign in. Eddie tries to help Nina recover from her shot wound. Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Jurassic Park Movies Ranked By Tomatometer, RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes, Weekend Box Office Results: Super Mario Joins the Billion-Dollar Club, Home Jon. even with the scene cutting to black over their agonized screams. Throughout the first three seasons, episodes regularly featured musical guests performing at Natalie's, a nightclub whose original owner was portrayed by Gladys Knight in Season 1. J.C. goes under cover in a black fraternity to investigate a racially motivated killing on a college campus. Eddie, who had the man who shot Nina cornered, but shot, physically and verbally harassed him while on a date, now as someone who held both of their jobs in his hands. The detectives go after a bank robbery ring; a vengeful sociopath ruins Eddie and Nina's wedding ceremony. overprotective father attacked her, to get her out of the business. New York Undercover (1994-1999) Episode List Season: OR Year: Season 3 Add Image S3, Ep1 29 Aug. 1996 A Time of Faith: Part 1 8.1 (20) Rate Harlem churches are targets of bombings. By creating an account, you agree to the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida is the home stadium of the NFL team, the Miami Dolphins, and can seat over 65,000 fans. Only a few of the songs are truly exceptional -- Brownstone's "Don't Ask My Neighbor," K-Ci & JoJo's "Love Ballad," Blige's "Our Love" and B.B. Crime, Drama, Air Date: An avenging cop seeks out his brother's killer and falls for the daughter of a businessman who is involved in a money-deal with his father. Eddie Torres), Patti D'Arbanville-Quinn was dropped from the cast (resulting in the departure of Lt. Virginia Cooper), and Malik Yoba and Lauren Velez's characters were reassigned to a new unit, with new co-workers. A female bounty hunter uses Williams to help find a fugitive in protective custody. The Affirmative Action debate causes a serial bomber to kill a congressman; Eddie and Nina began to get close while working on the case. Episode Info. Eddie goes under cover to investigate a murder linked to a bizarre Caribbean religion and winds up seeing visions of his own death. Consequently, the nightclub Natalie's was eliminated as a regular setting, and the weekly musical guest appearances came to an end. The detectives search for Lt. Cooper's missing daughter because of a pedophile she met through her email. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story: Season 1, Link to Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Link to Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage, Link to RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes. There's no disputing how hip-hop and R&B influenced New York Undercover. | Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Accessibility, As to Disney photos, logos, properties: Disney, WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are & Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights JKR. See production, box office & company info. Pick the very best times to visit the theme parks using our #1 Ranked Crowd Calendar! Six Months after the deaths of Detectives MacNamara and Torres, J.C. and Moreno are recruited by Lt. Malcolm Barker to help catch Nadine Jordan, the armored car thief and their murderer. A violent Puerto Rican gang supporting the cause of their people causes trouble in the community. G must decide if he is "man enough" to protect a friend, a 10-year-old boy involved in a gang-related shooting. . Genres: Dec 19, 1996. Director Michael Lange Writers Dick Wolf Kevin Arkadie Natalie Chaidez Stars Michael DeLorenzo Malik Yoba Patti D'Arbanville Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill go back to high school undercover and boy are things different. J.C. and Eddie investigate the murder of a free-lance writer; Nina gets a surprise visit by her missing husband. The unit targets a modeling agent who uses his models in an extortion racket. New York Undercover (1994-1999) Episode List Season: OR Year: Season 1 Add Image S1, Ep1 8 Sep. 1994 School Ties 8.5 (75) Rate Manhattan police detectives J.C. Williams and Eddie Torres are assigned to a case dealing with a 17 year old girl who accuses a high school football player of rape. (Live), Mavis Staples I'll Take You There: An All-Star Concert Celebration (Deluxe / Live) The motorcycle-riding singer/actress has just released a super new album of covers, 'Born To Be Wild.' Margret spoke about the album . At the start of the fourth season, everything changes. From fashion to film, language and beyond, the genre has become ingrained in America's psyche. A fight promoter's death leads to a case involving blackmail, murder and an ex-con whom J.C. has helped. Many episodes feature an R&B caf called Natalie's, which is just an easy way for musical guest stars to get on the show (Natalie herself being played by Gladys Knight). Alec Stone. Air Date: Apr 6, 1995. New York Undercover: Season 2 -- Tomatometer 0 Reviews Episode Info J.C., Eddie and Nina try to protect the witnesses in an investigation of uniformed officers who are suspected of murdering. Remove the accessibilty icon while viewing the site. Relive the most memorable live performances. J.C. comes across some possible clues in the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King and begins a personal investigation. Following a trying case featuring the introduction of Ice-T as drug lord "Danny Court," J.C. and Eddie stop by Natalie's for some much needed relaxation. On Jan. 5, 1995, Mary J. Blige would make the first of what would be two appearances on 'New York Undercover,' going down as the only artist to have had two spots as a performer in the show's history. Musical guest is La India. J.C. investigates the church bombings in Harlem; a failing friendship feeds G's growing prejudice against whites; Eddie helps Nina recover from her shot wound. Tap "Sign me up" below to receive our weekly newsletter Adults (18+) Children (0-17) . The unit goes after a Ukrainian kingpin who is using a pipeline to distribute cocaine and causing massive deaths; Nina considers giving up her badge to spend time with her daughter. Originally airing on Feb. 15, 1996, the group performed a rendition of Debarge's classic 'All This Love.' Network: Fox. J.C. and Eddie enter a world of drugs, gangsters and deception in search of clues to a rap artist's murder. Williams has issues with newcomer Det. Moreno goes under cover as a firefighter in order to find out who's responsible for a female firefighter's death. A real-estate developer is suspected of fueling gang tensions to lower property values; Eddie tries to repair his relationship with his dad. The next scene is of the bear slowly falling to the ground. The detectives discover that three Rwandan refugees were the assassins in two mob-related cases. Today's guest, interviewed by historian Will Roscoe, is a voice you're sure to recognize, journalist and host of 1980s San Francisco gay radio show The Gay LifeRandy Alfred. JC is concerned as Eddie goes undercover to investigate their criminal activity. Note: Last Episode to feature Michael Michelle as Sandra Sandy Gill in a recurring role. - T.H. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Rotten Tomatoes news! Malik Yoba. With Michael DeLorenzo, Patti D'Arbanville-Quinn and Fatima Faloye. 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A difficult situation arises when Eddie and J.C. discover the middleman for a drug operation is a friend of Eddie's father. (Live), Ready to Die (The Remaster) [2015 Remaster], The Very Best Of Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan, The ABC's Of Soul, Vol. Teena Marie proved she could more than hang with her younger contemporaries during a 1995 appearance on the show. > Season 1 Rival rappers face off when a rap artist is shot; Quincy Jones tries to make peace among all the rappers. The longest attraction line we waited in was 20 minutes." The detectives get a crash-course in the world of online child pornography and are confounded by the difficulty of tracing an electronic predator. Nina and McNamara suspect the wife of a recently deceased cop. Natasha visits the precinct.A female bounty hunter uses Williams to help find a fugitive in protective custody. B made his way to Natalie's stage in October 1995, in an episode that also included the introduction of J.C.'s femme fatale love interest, "Simone." "We booked our trip based on the crowd calendar and it was spot on! New York Undercover was one of the best Cop shows of the 90's. Based in New York, around the two main characters J.C. Williams and Eddie Torres. Harris about the arsons; Nina moves in with Eddie to recuperate. Genres: 2022. As a result of all these changes, ratings for the show dramatically dropped forcing Fox to cancel the series, leaving the series finale "Catharsis" unaired until the series entered syndication in 1998; the episode aired on February 11, 1999. In order to save your favorite items, you'll need to create an account. Delaney poses as a bartender in order to learn why three Irish terrorists were killed and why there were in America. J.C. Williams. New York Undercover: Season 2 -- Tomatometer 0 Reviews Episode Info The Affirmative Action debate incites a racist bomber to kill a congressman; Moreno and Torres become involved while. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & 2023 Universal Studios. Danny Cort comes back with an agenda against Williams; Simone's ulterior motives are exposed. "Catman Comes Back": Upon learning that Danny Cort was on the loose and seeking revenge for J.C. having shot his younger brother, J.C. cries out his fianc's name. A murder case hits J.C. and Eddie close to home when a drug lord (Ice-T) takes vengeance to a personal level. Eddie infiltrates a Puerto Rican terrorist group to probe an armored-car robbery and winds up sympathizing with their cause. By the end of the season three finale, however, McNamara and Torres (the latter married to Nina and transferring to a new precinct) are killed off. R&B duo and Flavor Unit reps Zhan made an appearance on the show, performing Deniece Williams' classic, 'Free.' Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! Major cast and plot changes were made to the series at the beginning of season 4. Digable Planets Drop Classic Debut Reachin: Sept. 27 In Hip-Hop History, Drake Graduates from Degrassi to So Far Gone': Sept. 15 in Hip-Hop History, T.I., Jay-Z, Kanye West and Lil Wayne Show Their Swagga': Sept. 6 in Hip-Hop History, Boyz II Men Break Records: August 31 Hip-Hop History, Janet Jackson Shows Her Claws: August 28 in Hip-Hop History, Martin Makes a Splash on Fox: August 27 in Hip-Hop History, Mariah Introduces a New Sexier Look: August 26 Hip-Hop History, Tale of the Tape: Lauryn Hill Vs. Best R&B Album Grammy Nominees, Mary J. Blige Gets Her First Top 10 Hit: August 25 in Hip-Hop History. Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends TM & Ward Productions, Inc. Nintendo. It's Me, Margaret. Well, that's exactly what James Brown did, giving a riveting performance of 'It's A Man's World.'. Giving the patrons at Natalie's a dose of their brand of Motown harmony, the good boys of the '90s scratched their name off the list of '90s heavyweights to blaze the lounge's stage. View all concerts. Welcome to New York City. This week the gays are joined by one of our favorite returning guests Kyle Romero as we ride into the Danger Zone aka the lighthouse in Annihilation. Bad Boy Records' resident good guys added their name to the long list of acts to rock one of the livest (fictional) lounges in the history of television. The professional and personal lives of two undercover Manhattan police detectives, distinguished by gritty stories and cinma-vrit location filming. Natalie's got a little taste of bohemian flavor courtesy of a then up-and-coming artist named Erykah Badu. In this episode, Lt. Virginia Cooper's thirteen-year-old daughter, Meghan, is befriended by a pedophile via the Internet and is lured to his apartment with the offer of a modeling career. Finally, the musical guests speak to the show's cultural significance with cameos from D'Angelo, Brandy, Mary J. Blige, James Brown, Monica, Montell Jordan, and countless others. [citation needed]. Natasha visits the precinct. Malik Yoba (Playing J. C. Williams), who is black, and his partner, Michael DeLorenzo (Eddie Torres), who is Puerto Rican, grew up, says Mr. Wolf, "on the same street in the Bronx," so the street . It was a gre. Montell's radio hits may have been hip-hop/R&B hybrids, but after this showing, there was no doubt he could also execute classic soul with the best of them. Along with dealing with the cases themselves, there are sub-plots dealing with the personal lives of Williams and Torres: Williams dealing with his ex-girlfriend Chantel and visiting their son, Gregory (just usually called G), and Torres usually interacting with his father Mike, a recovering heroin addict. Genres: Crime, Drama. Minions and all related elements and indicia TM & 2023 Universal Studios. New York, NY 10036, 20002023 Undercover Tourist. Williams and Moreno transfer to New York's Special Investigations Division answering to Lt. Malcolm Barker (and ultimately writing Cooper out of the show). Track Listing blue highlight denotes track pick Stay up-to-date on all the latest Rotten Tomatoes news! New York Undercover (1997) Medium - TV Series Role - Herself (Musical Guest) Season 3, Episode 63 "Fade Out" Romeo Must Die (2000) Medium - Featured Film Role - Trish O'Day. Baby Girl. NETWORK: FOX . Natasha visits the precinct. The aptly named "The Last Hurrah" has the female mastermind of a bank robbery ring out for blood after Eddie and J.C. mortally wound her boyfriend in a shootout. Covering Rolls Royce's timeless 'Wishing On A Star,' the "chocolate snowflake" does it justice like only a gifted vet like her could. Later on that year, the rising singer would appear on the blockbuster 'Waiting to Exhale' soundtrack, contributing two songs to the star-studded affair. While some would've preferred to hear his other hit single, 'Lady,' a dope set is a dope set and D'Angelo can definitely hang with the best of showmen. 239 W 45th St. '90s teenage sensations Brandy Norwood and Tevin Campbell attempted to tackle the classic Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway ballad 'The Closer I Get to You' during their shining moment on the show. Network: Fox. Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Jurassic Park Movies Ranked By Tomatometer, RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes, Weekend Box Office Results: Super Mario Joins the Billion-Dollar Club, Home Commercials deleted. (Photo: Getty Images), Life Is A Song Worth Singing (Expanded Edition), I'll Take You There A suspect in the case is from JC's past. his father eventually dies of a heroin overdose. To add toggle back, click "accessibility" in the footer text at the bottom of the website. B blessing viewers with a rendition of this Stevie Wonder classic was a no-brainer. Scroll down to the bottom for the answer key. We are committed to providing an accessible user experience for all website visitors. The detectives suspect a mother of being involved in a carjacking involving her two children; Nina deals with her custody battle for Melissa. Detectives Eddie Torres, J.C. Williams, and Nina Moreno mobilize to find the missing girl, a search that intensifies when her abductor's previous teen "model" is found brutally murdered.