MacGyver season 5 episode 6 is scheduled to arrive next week on CBS, with the title "Quarantine + N95 + Landline + Telescope + Social Distance." This particular episode will be focusing on the current happenings in the real world -- particularly the COVID-19 pandemic.
A lot of shows from different networks have been featuring pandemic-themed storylines. Now, MacGyver season 5 episode 6 will be focusing on it. While the early run of the latest installment has already tackled this, next week's episode is going to further dive into the health crisis.
MacGyver season 5 episode 6 takes place in the original stay-at-home order. It'll go back in time to show how most of the characters were working amidst the pandemic. The episode will show their journey, especially in taking on certain and challenging cases during this difficult time.
This particular episode may also show what and how it's like for the characters living through the times of the COVID-19 pandemic. It'll feature the seriousness of the health crisis, along with the effects that are coming after it. Some of the events may have created a long-term impact on them.
According to the synopsis of MacGyver season 5 episode 6, Mac (Lucas Till), Bozer (Justin Hires), and Riley (Tristin Mays) will quarantine together during the COVID-19's first stay-at-home order. However, they need to a crime in progress at the house of one of their neighbors.
Moreover, a personal storyline is coming for Russ (Henry Ian Cusick) amidst the challenging times brought by the health crisis. His romantic fling takes on a longer turn now that they quarantine together. This stay-at-home order may complicate things between the two.
Meanwhile, one more episode is coming before this episode comes to air. The fifth episode is titled is "Jack + Kinematics + Safe Cracker + MgKNO3 + GTO." Previous teases seemingly confirmed that the episode title is a reference to George Eads' character, Jack Dalton.
The synopsis notes that Mac and the rest of the team will try to solve the final case of their fallen friend and bring him justice. The only clue they have is a cryptic postcard, which could potentially provide them crucial information in solving the case.
Nothing is officially confirmed that Jack is the "fallen friend," especially since Eads wasn't listed as a guest star. Yet, this character has significant ties to most of them. The team is determined to fight harder to ensure that justice is served to their fallen friend.
MacGyver season 5 episode 6 airs on Friday, Jan. 15, on CBS.
