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In the Heat of the Night (1988)

S5E21 Sanctuary

May 12, 1992 Season 5 Episode 21 Crime, Drama

An undocumented political prisoner seeks refuge in a monastery, hoping for safety from persecution. Gillespie and Tibbs clash with Sheriff McComb as they attempt to assist the fugitive. Their differing views on justice and law enforcement create tension, as the two officers navigate their moral obligations while trying to protect the man from capture.