Lucia’s family begins the process of vetting Gustavo (El Oso) to see if he is a fit for their expanding criminal enterprise.
Parallel to the BBQ, the CIA storyline takes a survivalist turn when Teddy and Alejandro’s plane crash-lands in a Mexican desert. [S1E5] Seven-Four
: Alejandro eventually regains consciousness and manages to fly them back to the U.S., narrowly avoiding repercussions with the Colombian Cali Cartel. The Castañeda Family Lucia’s family begins the process of vetting Gustavo
: During the BBQ, the arrival of police to investigate "gunfire" (which was actually Jerome's fireworks) leads to a violent confrontation. Franklin is put in a headlock by an officer, a moment intended to illustrate the racial tensions of the era. The Castañeda Family : During the BBQ, the
Reviews for the episode were mixed. While some fans appreciated the character development for Franklin's father, critics from sites like The Young Folks argued the racial tension subplot felt "rushed" and lacked the time needed for the emotional weight to sink in. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Snowfall 1x05 Review: “seven-four” | The Young Folks
: As Franklin is restrained, his father walks away rather than helping, highlighting his "unfaithful colors" and disappointing Franklin’s mother, Cissy. Teddy and Alejandro’s Survival
In the Snowfall Season 1, Episode 5, titled the narrative centers on a 4th of July BBQ at Jerome’s, where rising tensions and pivotal character introductions shift the series' direction. Franklin’s Crossroads