CBS’s “FBI” throws Jubal Valentine into a complicated personal and professional dilemma in the upcoming episode, “Redoubt.” When a longtime confidential informant surfaces with intel about a potential terror attack, the team is tasked with verifying the information. The catch? This informant has a significant history with Jubal, adding a sticky layer of personal bias to an already high-pressure situation.
The episode tackles the thorny issue of trust in law enforcement, specifically the delicate balance between relying on informants and ensuring their reliability. For Jubal, the stakes are even higher. He’s forced to confront the possibility that his past relationship with the informant could be clouding his judgment. Can he separate his personal feelings from the facts, or will his loyalty be tested to the breaking point?
The episode also looks to dig into the psychological toll that long-term undercover work can take on an individual. If the informant’s intel is accurate, the implications are dire, making Jubal’s decision even more consequential. He has to consider the safety of the city while grappling with his personal connection to a potentially unreliable source.
“Redoubt,” written by Mike Weiss and directed by Alex Chapple, airs Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS and streams on Paramount+.