| "Swerve" | |
|---|---|
| Friday Night Lights episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 5 Episode 6 |
| Directed by | Jonas Pate |
| Written by | Ron Fitzgerald |
| Cinematography by | Todd McMullen |
| Editing by | Stephen Michael |
| Original release dates | December 8, 2010 (DirecTV) May 20, 2011 (NBC) |
| Running time | 43 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Swerve" is the sixth 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 69th overall episode of the series and was written by producer Ron Fitzgerald, and directed by Jonas Pate. It originally aired on DirecTV's 101 Network on December 8, 2010, before airing on NBC on May 20, 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, Luke discovers a truth about his recruitment, while Vince's past catches up with him. Julie stays at home for a few days, to her father's chagrin.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 3.34 million household viewers and gained a 0.9/4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising Julie's subplot, although Vince's subplot drew criticism.