| "Fracture" | |
|---|---|
| Friday Night Lights episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 5 Episode 8 |
| Directed by | Allison Liddi-Brown |
| Written by | Monica Henderson |
| Cinematography by | Todd McMullen |
| Editing by | Angela M. Catanzaro |
| Original release dates | January 5, 2011 (DirecTV) June 3, 2011 (NBC) |
| Running time | 43 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Fracture" is the eighth episode of the fifth season of the American sports drama television series Friday Night Lights, inspired by the 1990 nonfiction book by H. G. Bissinger. It is the 71st overall episode of the series and was written by Monica Henderson, and directed by Allison Liddi-Brown. It originally aired on DirecTV's 101 Network on January 5, 2011, before airing on NBC on June 3, 2011.[1]
The series is set in the fictional town of Dillon, a small, close-knit community in rural West Texas. It follows a high school football team, the Dillon Panthers. It features a set of characters, primarily connected to Coach Eric Taylor, his wife Tami, and their daughter Julie. In the episode, the Lions are annoyed by Vince's attitude, just as the latter gets an offer. Meanwhile, Derek visits Dillon, while Becky enters a beauty pageant.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 2.91 million household viewers and gained a 0.8/3 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, who praised the performances and ending.