"seal Team" Boarding Party(2017) | INSTANT | WORKFLOW |

The team is deployed to the South China Sea to rescue U.S. researchers held hostage on an oceanographic ship. The mission becomes a race against time as pirates disable the vessel’s GPS and head for the Philippines to sell the captives to terrorists. Simultaneously, Clay Spenser struggles with a low ranking that threatens his future in the program while navigating a new relationship with Stella, a graduate student.

: A common criticism of this early episode is the heavy reliance on "home-front" drama. Jason Hayes’ investigation into a dead teammate's burner phone and Clay's romantic subplots are often viewed as less compelling than the tactical operations. Rating Summary TV Fanatic : 4 / 5.0 IMDb User Average : ~8.1 / 10 (Series average) "SEAL Team" Boarding Party(2017)

Ultimately, "Boarding Party" is a "solid military drama" that begins to outgrow its clunky pilot roots. It is highly recommended for viewers who appreciate military authenticity, though some may find the domestic storylines a bit "bland" or "soap-opera" like compared to the intense action sequences. The team is deployed to the South China Sea to rescue U