: This was the second-most watched episode of ER ever, drawing approximately 42 million viewers.
The episode departs from the show's usual hospital-bound format, following Dr. Ross as he faces a personal and professional crisis. 7. Hell and High Water
: While much of ER was filmed in Burbank, California, key exterior shots for this episode were filmed in Chicago , including the helicopter landing at the Chicago Fire Academy. : This was the second-most watched episode of
: While driving to an interview for a private practice job, Ross stops to help a boy whose brother, Ben, is trapped in a drainage tunnel during a massive rainstorm. : While much of ER was filmed in
: Ross manages to keep the boy alive in the rising water. When the ambulance can't reach them, a local news helicopter is used to transport them to the hospital in a daring rescue.
: Empire magazine ranked it as the best episode of the series, noting its high-stakes tension. Where to Watch
This guide covers the seventh episode of the second season of the medical drama ER . First aired on November 9, 1995, it is one of the series' most iconic episodes, credited with turning George Clooney (who plays Dr. Doug Ross) into a major star. Plot Overview