Angela Bassett’s character Athena Grant from 9-1-1 has now made a crossover appearance on Doctor Odyssey. Fans are eager to see more of her every week.
In the dramatic Season 7 opener of Bassett’s show on ABC, viewers witnessed Athena and Bobby (Peter Krause) facing life-threatening danger during an ill-fated honeymoon cruise where their ship was hijacked and capsized. This intense three-episode premiere raised questions about the safety of sailing among even the most seasoned travelers.
The Crossover Incident
Fast forward to February when ABC revealed that Athena would be appearing on The Odyssey, prompting 9-1-1 fans to wonder how she ended up on the ship. It turns out she wasn’t there by choice.
A Series of Events
In the crossover episode, Max (Joshua Jackson) finds Athena locked in a closet with a distressed maid. Once out, Athena explains she needs to disembark before the ship leaves, but Max informs her they are already en route. This leads to a comedic flashback montage recalling Athena’s previous harrowing boating experience, hinting at her trauma.
The Heist Connection
Athena ended up on The Odyssey while investigating a potential heist targeting the ship’s vault. After arresting a suspect, she went to check on his baggage, which led her to assist a maid in distress. Ironically, her good intentions placed her in the midst of the unfolding crime. We later discover that Clyde was the one who inadvertently confined her.
A Distraction and Decisions
Deciding against using the ship’s tender for a quick escape, Athena opts to wait for the ship to dock in Aruba to make her way back home. During a fashion show onboard, she finds herself trying on dresses courtesy of Avery (Phillipa Soo), who brings her an array of outfits. Meanwhile, the episode presents heartfelt moments as Athena supports Avery in contemplating her pregnancy choices during a conversation with an elderly passenger.
Wrapping Up the Heist
As the ship experiences a casino week full of chaos, Athena continues her investigation. When realizing that the thieves aren’t after the vault but the valuable items on board, she deduces that the criminals, an older woman and her grandson, are responsible for the jewel fraud. After a confrontation, Athena apprehends the culprits, and the feds arrive to take them away, saving the day just in time for a passenger needing heart surgery.
Avery ultimately makes a decision about her pregnancy, announcing her intention to keep the baby after deliberation with Max. The full implications of this choice and its exploration will unfold in future episodes.
The first eleven episodes of Doctor Odyssey are currently available for streaming on Hulu, with new episodes airing Thursdays on ABC at 9 p.m. local time.
