Kojak
Automatically track what you’re watching
Join a community with a new generation of fans
Join the community
Please enter all the fields
Please enter a correct Email
Yahoo emails are not allowed
This Email is already registered in Simkl
Name too short
Password is too short
You can choose a password length of not more than 50 characters. Do not forget to switch keyboard layout to the English. Do not choose a password too simple, less then 4 characters, because such a password is easy to find out. Allowed latin and !@#$%^&*()_-+=., characters
Create Free Account
Already have an account?  Enter  
Back
Welcome back!
Please enter all the fields
Incorrect login or password entered
Sign In
Forgot your password?
Don’t have an account?  Create Account  
Back
Forgot your password?
Please enter your Email
This Email is not registered in Simkl
Failed to send email, try again later
Don't worry. It's easy to reset.

Please enter your Simkl username or E-mail from your account to start the password recovery process.
Reset Password
We have sent instructions to the email address you provided during signup. Please follow the link from the email to continue.
Back

TOP

JOIN SIMKL
Kojak - S01E01 - Siege of Terror
 

Watch Kojak season 1 episode 1 Online

Siege of Terror

 
When a Brinks Truck heist goes bad and a hostage situation arises, Kojak races against the clock to difuse the situation. He has two hours to free the hostages from three robbers (Harvey Keitel, James J. Sloyan, Jude Farese) in an Army surplus store.
 
Episode found on:
 
AD
 
Try 1 month of Paramount+ FREE. Thousands of episodes, live TV & exclusive originals–all in one place! »
AD
 
Stream the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and new movies now. Sign Up Now! »
 
 
 
 
Kojak / S01E01 : Siege of Terror
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on October 24, 1973 | TV-14 | 49 min. | CBS
Mark as watched
 
 
 
EPISODES
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • Kojak - Episode 1 - Siege of Terror
    Episode 1
    Siege of Terror
  • Kojak - Episode 2 - Web of Death
    Episode 2
    Web of Death
  • Kojak - Episode 3 - One for the Morgue
    Episode 3
    One for the Morgue
  • Kojak - Episode 4 - Knockover
    Episode 4
    Knockover
  • Kojak - Episode 5 - Girl in the River
    Episode 5
    Girl in the River
  • Kojak - Episode 6 - Requiem for a Cop
    Episode 6
    Requiem for a Cop
  • Kojak - Episode 7 - The Corrupter
    Episode 7
    The Corrupter
  • Kojak - Episode 8 - Dark Sunday
    Episode 8
    Dark Sunday
  • Kojak - Episode 9 - Conspiracy of Fear
    Episode 9
    Conspiracy of Fear
  • Kojak - Episode 10 - Cop in a Cage
    Episode 10
    Cop in a Cage
  • Kojak - Episode 11 - Marker to a Dead Bookie
    Episode 11
    Marker to a Dead Bookie
  • Kojak - Episode 12 - Last Rites for a Dead Priest
    Episode 12
    Last Rites for a Dead Priest
  • Kojak - Episode 13 - Death is Not a Passing Grade
    Episode 13
    Death is Not a Passing Grade
  • Kojak - Episode 14 - Die Before They Wake
    Episode 14
    Die Before They Wake
  • Kojak - Episode 15 - Deliver Us Some Evil
    Episode 15
    Deliver Us Some Evil
  • Kojak - Episode 16 - Eighteen Hours of Fear
    Episode 16
    Eighteen Hours of Fear
  • Kojak - Episode 17 - Before the Devil Knows
    Episode 17
    Before the Devil Knows
  • Kojak - Episode 18 - Dead on His Feet
    Episode 18
    Dead on His Feet
  • Kojak - Episode 19 - Down a Long and Lonely River
    Episode 19
    Down a Long and Lonely River
  • Kojak - Episode 20 - Mojo
    Episode 20
    Mojo
  • Kojak - Episode 21 - Therapy in Dynamite
    Episode 21
    Therapy in Dynamite
  • Kojak - Episode 22 - The Only Way Out
    Episode 22
    The Only Way Out

Kojak season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

icon

Episode Summary

A high-stakes bank heist leads to a dramatic chase and hostage situation at a gun-stocked surplus store. Lieutenant Kojak skillfully negotiates with the robbers, who demand a plane for escape, while the police secretly plan a rescue operation. Tensions rise as the robbers threaten to kill hostages, including a critically injured officer. Kojak deceives them about arranging a plane, buying time for a tactical breach. The ensuing confrontation ends with the robbers apprehended or killed, but the wounded officer tragically dies. Kojak reflects on the day, emphasizing the police's crucial role in public safety.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Bank Robbery and Police Response - Armed men rob an armored truck at 4014 Nostrand Avenue. - Police, including Manhattan South detectives in civilian clothes, respond to the robbery. ### The Getaway and Hostage Situation - Robbers flee in a green sedan, pursued by police. - A chase ensues; the robbers crash and take hostages in the "Apex Surplus Store," a store with an extensive arsenal. ### Police Negotiations and Planning - Lieutenant Kojak negotiates with the robbers, offering a chance for survival in exchange for hostages. - The robbers demand a plane for escape. Kojak relays this to his superiors. - Emergency Services plan a tunnel approach to rescue hostages. - Kojak falsely informs the robbers that a plane is being arranged to buy time. ### Escalating Tensions Inside the Store - Hostages, including a wounded officer, are in peril. - The robbers become increasingly anxious and threaten to start killing hostages if their demands aren't met. ### Kojak's Strategy and Rescue Operation - Kojak leverages Frank Talaba, one of the robbers' family members, to distract them. - Police use the noise of an armored vehicle to mask the sound of digging to reach the store's basement. - A fake news report is broadcasted, stating that the robbers' demands for a plane have been denied. ### The Final Confrontation and Aftermath - The police breach the store; a shootout ensues. - The robbers are either apprehended or killed. - Kojak exits the store with the wounded officer, who dies. - Kojak reflects on the day's events, emphasizing the role of police as the line of defense for the public.

Frequently Asked Questions

What triggered the police response at the beginning of the episode?

A robbery in progress at 4014 Nostrand Avenue involving an armored truck.

How did the robbers escape after the heist?

They fled in a four-door green sedan.

What location did the robbers choose for their hostage situation?

The "Apex Surplus Store," which stocked guns and ammunition.

What were the robbers' demands during the hostage situation?

A clear path to the airport and a plane with an overseas flight crew.

Who took charge of the negotiations with the robbers?

Lieutenant Kojak.

How did the police plan to rescue the hostages?

By digging a tunnel to the store's basement.

What false information did Kojak provide to the robbers?

That a plane was being arranged for their escape.

What distraction did the police use during the rescue operation?

The noise of an armored vehicle and the presence of a helicopter.

What was the outcome of the final confrontation in the store?

The robbers were either captured or killed, and the hostages were rescued.

What happened to the wounded officer taken hostage?

He died despite the efforts to save him.

How did Kojak use Frank Talaba in his strategy?

He used Frank to distract his brother, one of the robbers, inside the store.

What was Kojak's reflection at the end of the episode?

He emphasized the importance of the police as the line of defense for the public.

Did the robbers believe they would get a plane for escape?

Yes, until they heard a fake news report stating their demand was denied.

What was the public's reaction after the hostage situation was resolved?

They applauded the efforts of the police.

What did Kojak plan to do after the incident?

He planned to deal with the paperwork related to the incident.

 
Reactions
 
ABOUT #KOJAK S01E01 Newest Oldest Top Replies Top comments Top Memos Most Helpful Most Likes
Add Comment
 
Topic
 
Photo, Meme or GIF
 
Video
 
  ?
Drop image files here or click to upload
max 10MB photo or 2MB GIF
 
Add photo or GIF from web

How to add photo or GIF from web:

You can paste URL of the image inside your comment and it will be automatically converted into the image when reading the comment.
 
Find a GIF
 
Create a Meme

How to add a video:

To add a video paste video url directly into your comment. Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7L2PVdrb_8.
Do not post links to copyrighted video content (TV Episodes, Movies). Share them privately if needed.
English only please.  Home rules.
 
POST COMMENT
 
 
What do you think?
 
0
Upvote
0
Funny
0
Love
0
Surprised
0
Angry
0
Sad
 
Share this page with your friends and followers:
Get VIP
Become a Pro or a VIP member
and unlock premium perks
Become beta tester
Get access to the next version of Simkl V2
Apps
Simkl has apps for Android, iOS, Chrome,
Windows, Kodi, Plex and more!

Simkl automatically tracks what you’re watching, tells you how many episodes you’ve missed, recommends what to watch next based on your watch history, and connects you to what your friends are into.

The best way to keep track of your favorite TV shows!

Get alerted when new episodes of your favorite TV shows air!

Get personalized recommendations on what to watch!

125,149 TV Shows
13,472 Anime
877,673 Movies
3,300,309 Members
COMMUNITY
Simkl is nothing without you
Give feedback on Discord or Twitter, improve your Simkl skills through tutorials.
IMDB
Tutorials
Explore our tutorials to enhance your understanding of how to keep track of your watch history on Simkl.
What is Simkl?
Twitter
Twitter
Stay updated with Simkl on Twitter for the latest product developments and other interesting news about TV Shows and Movies.
Follow @Simkl
Discord
Discord
Chat with the Simkl team and fellow Simkl members. The ultimate community experience.
Join our Discord
Start tracking what you watch
Sign Up with Google
Sign Up with Email
MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC & UA
© 2024. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.