The Brink
When a rogue general seizes control of Pakistan and its nuclear arsenal, the fate of the world is left on the shoulders of three unlikely American heroes in this comedy starring Tim Robbins, Jack Black and Pablo Schreiber.
- Metascore52
- 2015-2015
- 1 season
- HBO
- Comedy
- TV-MA
When a rogue general seizes control of Pakistan and its nuclear arsenal, the fate of the world is left on the shoulders of three unlikely American heroes in this comedy starring Tim Robbins, Jack Black and Pablo Schreiber.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2015
Episode 1
Pilot
Sun, Jun 21, 2015 33 mins
In Islamabad, Pakistan, low-level State Department bureaucrat Alex Talbott asks his driver Rafiq to take him to a local bazaar to score some weed. The two encounter a mass protest that turns violent, and end up fleeing their car and taking refuge in the house.
Episode 2
Half-Cocked
Sun, Jun 28, 2015 28 mins
With President Navarro and Defense Secretary Grey ordering a military response to General Zaman's threats, Walter argues that an air strike could unleash a world war. He and Kendra must track down a moderate contact inside the Pakistan government to defuse the crisis.
Episode 3
Baghdad My Ass
Sun, Jul 5, 2015 25 mins
At the ISI headquarters in Islamabad, Alex watches his interrogator Haroon Raja practice his golf swing while he complains about his estranged half-brother Umair Zaman. Raja tasks Alex with getting a message to Walter Larson, threatening him and Rafiq's family with execution should Alex fail.
Episode 4
I'll Never Be Batman
Sun, Jul 12, 2015 25 mins
As Walter fights through his dire medical condition, he gives Alex what he needs to make his negotiations with General Raja. Zeke weighs his options for his future while he and Glenn are on a new misssion.
Episode 5
Swim, Shmuley, Swim
Sun, Jul 19, 2015 25 mins
Zeke and Glenn narrowly escape two armed men in a tribal region. Alex and Rafiq go to Fareeda's school. Walter pays an unscheduled visit to the Israeli foreign minister.
Episode 6
Tweet Tweet Tweet
Sun, Jul 26, 2015 23 mins
Walter encounters Joanne in Tel Aviv; Zeke and Glenn are held hostage by Martin and Vanessa; Alex meets with Kittredge.
Episode 7
Sticky Wicket
Sun, Aug 2, 2015 26 mins
Zeke and Glenn get thrown into an even more life threatening situation than before. Walter fakes a medical emergency to land in Switzerland and looks for General Raja. Alex and Rafiq attempt to sneak Fareeda's students out of the embassy.
Episode 8
Who's Grover Cleveland?
Sun, Aug 9, 2015 26 mins
Walter attempts to defuse the tensions in The Situation Room and stop the President from starting World War 3. Alex and Rafiq have to figure out a new plan as Fareeda, her students and the rest of the embassy are being evacuated. Zeke has to make decisions on both the women.
Episode 9
Just a Little Crazy Talk
Sun, Aug 16, 2015 28 mins
Walter negotiates with Zaman's highest ranking general to take over Pakistan, while Alex and Rafiq are taken hostage. Zeke and Glenn are grounded from their newest mission.
Episode 10
There Will Be Consequences
Sun, Aug 23, 2015 28 mins
Zeke and Glenn are sent to take down a plane armed with nuclear weapons heading to Tel Aviv. Alex must play a mental game with Zaman in order to convince him to recall that plane. Walter speaks with leaders around the world to prevent a global catastrophe.
