Chuck vs the First Class

CIA agent Daniel Shaw assigns Chuck to his first solo mission in Paris, ignoring Sarah and Casey’s wishes. During the flight to France, Chuck befriends Hannah and flashes on another passenger – the imposing Hugo Panzer. Meanwhile, Casey helps Morgan battle Jeff and Lester for control of the Buy More.

Aired

January 25, 2010

Director

Fred Toye

Writers

Josh Schwartz
Chris Fedak

Guest Stars

Steve Austin – Hugo Panzer
Josie Davis – Serena
Kristin Kreuk – Hannah
Brandon Routh – Daniel Shaw

Trivia

Lester’s line of  “Morgan Grimes is the kindest, bravest, warmest, most wonderful human being I’ve ever known in my life” is a direct quote from the movie The Manchurian Candidate.

While sitting at the bar on the plane, the stewardess hands Chuck a martini and states, “shaken, not stirred” which is a reference to James Bond.

Quotes

Chuck: Oh! Daddy! First class! That is… probably what you do for everybody.

Morgan: How do you that? You command respect.
Casey: No. I take it.

Shaw: I should tell you, I’m always right. It’s annoying, but it’s true.

Chuck: Listen, I’m an integral member of this team and my voice needs to be heard.
Casey: Your pre-pubescent girl screams are going to be duly noted.

Chuck: Don’t you worry. I will have that key back before they serve the lobster. And by the way, I am quite looking forward to it.

Music

Respect by Otis Redding
Open Late Weekends by Daniel May / MasterSource
Women’s Wear by Daniel May / MasterSource
Wake Up by Mackintosh Braun
L’Amoureuse by Carla Bruni

Links

See the episode pictures in the gallery
Read about Chuck vs the First Class in Chuck’s episode guide