SUE THOMAS F.B.EYE: THE PILOT
Overcoming by God’s grace in a first-class FBI drama.
Should You Watch It?
Here is a rare easy answer: yes. Sue Thomas F.B.Eye is a beautifully made, faith-filled drama about a deaf woman who refuses to let other people's limited expectations define her. The script is captivating, the dialogue intriguing, the acting wonderful, and the music appropriate.
Sue's faith is not decorative. Whenever she faces problems, she prays. Her gifts, including extraordinary lip-reading ability, become valuable in a place that initially gives her a mediocre job simply to fulfill disability requirements.
The pilot also offers humor, suspense, and an emotionally engaging relationship between Sue and Levi, her abused hearing dog. If you want a wholesome, encouraging drama for your family, this is worth the trip.
The Story
NO SPOILERS — WE KEEP THE SURPRISESDeaf but accomplished Sue Thomas leaves her over-protective parents to work for the FBI in Washington. There, she receives Levi, a hearing dog whose difficult history creates funny complications.
Sue soon discovers that the job she wanted is not the job she has been given. But after prayer and an encounter with Jack, the FBI begins to recognize the investigative power of her remarkable lip-reading ability.
Is It Any Good?
Four stars means this is a first-class production, not merely a well-intentioned one. The script is captivating, the dialogue is intriguing, the acting is wonderful, and the music is appropriate.
The film is satisfying and entertaining in every way. Its dramatic situations, humor, and inspiring central character make the pilot an unusually strong introduction to the series.
The Worldview
The film presents a very strong Christian and moral worldview. Sue responds to problems with prayer, and her story treats perseverance, courage, and overcoming limitations as meaningful virtues. Rather than presenting her deafness as a reason to give up, the story shows how her abilities can serve others.
The film also values compassion. Levi has been abused, and Sue's relationship with him becomes part of the pilot's emotional and humorous center. The FBI's initial treatment of Sue challenges viewers to consider whether institutions recognize people's true gifts or merely accommodate them on paper.
The story's central longing is to overcome obstacles by God's grace. Scripture says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9).
The Content Guide
The specifics — spoilers included by nature — so you can judge for your own family.
Content Summary
Very strong Christian, moral; worldview; no foul language; some action violence, including a shootout where a dog gets hit and an FBI agent gets a flesh wound, plus some discussions of violence; no sex shown but some discussions of cheating on a “romantic” weekend; no nudity; no alcohol; no smoking or drugs; and, Russian mobsters.
Talk About It
Questions for the drive home, the dinner table, or the youth group.
Sue prays whenever she faces problems. How can prayer change the way we approach challenges?
Philippians 4:6–7 · James 1:5Other people initially underestimate Sue's abilities. How should we recognize and encourage the gifts God gives each person?
1 Corinthians 12:4–7 · Romans 12:6Sue shows compassion toward Levi despite his difficult history. What does Scripture teach about caring for vulnerable people and animals?
Proverbs 12:10 · Matthew 25:40Sue leaves her family to pursue the work she believes she is called to do. How can faith and wisdom guide major decisions?
Proverbs 3:5–6 · Colossians 3:17The Final Word
Sue Thomas F.B.Eye: The Pilot is an inspiring, well-made drama with strong Christian values, excellent acting, and a captivating script. It is satisfying for viewers of every age and deserves its four-star rating. WORTH THE TRIP.
