Unlike most of the other regular characters you get the impression that Castillo doesn't have an off switch. He has nothing but his job and the ghosts of his past. Chances are he never retires because either one of his enemies gets lucky or sheer stress kills him.
Over the course of the series, Crockett also armed himself with a backup weapon in an ankle holster. In the pilot, this was a Detonics Pocket 9 in 9mm Parabellum, although, as with his primary weapon, this was changed when the show was picked up, to a Detonics Combat Master chambered in .45 ACP. This lasted until the start of season 4, when, in keeping with Crockett's tendency to use Smith & Wesson firearms in later seasons, he started using a Smith & Wesson 6906 chambered in 9mm Parabellum as his backup.
This episode “Bushido” solidified who Castillo was for the rest of the time the series was on the air. He lived by a code of honor. If Castillo was on your side, it was all the way and to the death if need be. He was THE man. Miami Vice simply was and is one of the greatest TV series in the history of television.
“Bushido” was one of the greatest hours of Friday night primetime to ever grace US television airwaves during the 1980s. Best episode of Miami Vice since the In The Air Tonight episode of S1.
Me too, I watched it at debut on tv and after all these decades this is still the one episode that really stuck in my head. Big BSG Admiral Adama fan too. Olmos is the best.
Probably one of the best Miami-Vice-esque scenes filmed in the series....look at the amazing natural lighting when Surf pulls up to the palm trees in Tubbs's Cadillac...if you ever get a chance to visit the Deering Estate south of Coconut Grove in Miami those trees are still there....rumor is they were also used in the opening montage....
I miss the natural lighting of older shows before everything had digital color filters added in. So much more pleasing to let the film capture something real.
Miami Vice, Literally a series that was ahead of it's time. What an era. The nostalgia is real man. Been re-watching the entire series these past months, and what a time. Don't think any show can come close too it these days. Sad that the era, is long past. Iconic storyline, themes, instrumentals, characters and so much more. Legendary. What makes me appreciate the show even more is that they used some of Collin's music, truly iconic. What a scene, one of my favorite, and one I'll never forget. Castillo is massively underrated, and so happy that casted him to play, because he nailed that role.
@@ThatOldGrey when it comes to the setting and how it really embraces the fashion and architecture, absolutely but compare it to a lot of the other big 80s hits - the a-team, cheers, magnum pi, macgyver and it feels leagues ahead in its presentation, the use of music, the production & cinematography it's a show that feels very new while also feeling like the 80s distilled to its pure state
And almost as expensive too. I was in the Army at the time, saw this, and wanted to add it as an option on my weapon but that got nixed when I saw the price tag.
Yeah, the laser in Terminator needed a whole battery pack to be powered and was activated by a controller in Arnold's other hand, thankfully he wore baggy clothes so the cable wasn't obvious.
Castillo was the best character on Miami Vice. Episodes like Golden Triangle 1&2, Bushido, and others that linked to Castillo's past were my favorites.
Was one of my favourite Miami Vice episodes back in the day. This one and Shadow in the Dark. Castillo going full Ninja/Samurai on the KGB. That is why we miss the 80s.
Castillo episodes were always dark and mysterious. They had moody music that always hit the mark. Edward James Olmos absolutely nailed that man with a past role.
Surf stepped on the hood of Tubbs' Caddy...and Tubbs blew his ass away for that crime. Still remember my middle sister's 'Miami Vice' poster featuring Crockett and Tubbs with weapons drawn against a moonlight Miami skyline. She'd watch EVERY Friday and comment on how violent it was.
One of the best shows ever on TV. This show gave many up and coming actors and actresses shine before they became big. Iconic to say the least. Michael Mann is that dude.
This was filmed at the Deering Estate in the Cutler Bay area in South Miami. When this was filmed, I was three years old, and lived about 5 miles away from here. The exterior looks much like it did 35 years ago, the interiors of the buildings these scenes were filmed in have since been renovated, and look quite different.
@@lindascott1874 The closet thing I can come up with image-wise is the Continental Laser Corporation Model A1020 Argon Ion Laser System. While its definitely not what ole Surfy boy is carrying around, its of that era and similar. What the tech's installed on that rifle could very well not be something intended for a firearm sight, they simply could've mocked something up to look cool on camera, just a thought.
The opening of this episode is the one of my favorites. Crockett and Tubbs bust into the bathroom to find the drug dealer dead and the DEA guy tied up.
This episode and the episode of magnum pi when mags killed his old tormenter Ivan at the end with the infamous DID YOU SEE THE SUNRISE THIS MORNING line are my two favourite episodes of 80s TV shows. I am a 80s child, and I have never been more happy about being something then a 80s child.
The portion of "Hello Earth" played is the choral section of the Georgian folk song "Tsintskaro" sung by The Richard Hickox Singers, during the scenes with Laura, Marty, Castillo, Surf, and the KGB operatives.
Yes! Thank you for that. Also, "Hello Earth", from the Kate Bush album "Hounds of Love", is a heartwrenchingly beautiful tribute to the lost Columbia space shuttle crew, written 18 years before they died in Feb., 2003. ( Listen to the first 20 seconds of the song, you'll understand).
At that point, probably the best moment in tv history. I'm not sure much has surpassed this, if any. Olmos directing, the music, atmosphere, build up. Only negative is maybe surf
Bum out the ending is cut off. I always loved the last seconds of this episode with the overhead shot looking down at the boat leaving the estate with the eerie music playing. Always sent a chill up my spine.
"My lieutenant? Well, he's an ex-CIA ninja with a samurai's code of honor. Meaning he'll kill you while spiriting away your enemies. Nice guy, under the stoic exterior."
Castillo was one of the most intense characters of all time. He was the true samurai warrior.
Adama admiral, true warrior, and best person for latinos!!!
AGREE!!!! THIS EPISODE ONE OF MY FAVORITES!!!!
He also saved Tubbs
He was Hungarian! Olmos! 😊
David 'Sledgehammer" Rasche as the KGB Agent... Edward James Olmos as the Stoic Lieutenant... and the music....
One of the best episodes.
Kate Bush
Sledgehammer I love that actor, such a funny cool guy I wish he was in more MV episodes he almost could have played the father in little prince
@@nickyjames1985
LITTLE PRINCE, wuz a kool episode, wit lotzo kool muzak, azz well!
"Trust me, I know what I'm doing".
@@devilsadvocate269 "HAMMERRRRRRR!!!!"
Less than a page of lines over a span of 5 seasons and yet remains one of the most iconic characters in 80s tv
LT. Castillo was a beyond honorable character... he hated evil...
He was a scary dude
"Boy, when you go....you go all the way."
Probably one of the top ten lines ever said in this TV show.
Unlike most of the other regular characters you get the impression that Castillo doesn't have an off switch. He has nothing but his job and the ghosts of his past. Chances are he never retires because either one of his enemies gets lucky or sheer stress kills him.
ANYTIME the action/episode centered on Castillo it was pure magic.
I absolutely loved his character!!!
my dad had that same cold look, seen many "tough guys" reconsider the direction they were going once he put the mad dog olmos scowl on.
Yes of course he did
Stared down the boys in the gay club on a Friday night
That is so true!
James Olmos Directed this Episode....that was his directorial debut....not bad for a 1st timer....
Very good actually. This was a very tense scene.
@@HouseholdDog Castillo was a Zen master.
You should see the episodes of Battlestar he did awesome stuff
@@charleshemphill6923 galactica? What battlestar?
@@tachiluz5681 yes sir if you haven't seen the 2004 to 2008 series get ready for the greatest show. Edward directed alot of those episodes
They should given Castillo his own Origin series. The man could kill just with his eyes.
Over the course of the series, Crockett also armed himself with a backup weapon in an ankle holster. In the pilot, this was a Detonics Pocket 9 in 9mm Parabellum, although, as with his primary weapon, this was changed when the show was picked up, to a Detonics Combat Master chambered in .45 ACP. This lasted until the start of season 4, when, in keeping with Crockett's tendency to use Smith & Wesson firearms in later seasons, he started using a Smith & Wesson 6906 chambered in 9mm Parabellum as his backup.
He won staring battle with voodoo demon in one episode
You should watch American Me, if you haven't already. Olmos owns the character in that film.
His aesthetic is so Japanese. He is like a shogun from feudal Japan transported to the 80s.
@@hakj.2703 he picked up a lot of his martial spirit, and ethos, in Southeast Asia.
"Surf's up, pal." Not allowed to shoot a bad guy without a one-liner in the good old days
They went pinko.
very true, and probably the real reason... but they also wanted Surf to turn so he wouldn't fire on Castillo, so we can go with that.
Facts 💯
They should have brought Surf back in a later episode. He was far out. Do they still say that?
And the gun sounds like a cartoon cowboy pistol
This episode “Bushido” solidified who Castillo was for the rest of the time the series was on the air.
He lived by a code of honor. If Castillo was on your side, it was all the way and to the death if need be. He was THE man.
Miami Vice simply was and is one of the greatest TV series in the history of television.
Glad the Gretskys are ok, that kid will be an amazing hockey player 🏒🍁
Wayne already had a closet full of cups when this came out 🙂
A Russian Gretsky - that's epic
The Gretzky's can from Poland I believe. To Brantford.
@@speedwack Czech I think
@@signoresantinoburnett1169 no they're from canada
“Bushido” was one of the greatest hours of Friday night primetime to ever grace US television airwaves during the 1980s. Best episode of Miami Vice since the In The Air Tonight episode of S1.
Agreed and you beat me to it as my thoughts completely!
This is my favorite Castillo moment of the whole series.
Yep, this is the one I've been looking for so I could save it. Damn nice remaster, too.
Still see the guy warning deckard to take off in blade runner!
The religious music, nice touch!
for me it's castillo with tubbs in the thai restaurant and the following muay thai fight against the thai killer in the backstreet
Me too, I watched it at debut on tv and after all these decades this is still the one episode that really stuck in my head. Big BSG Admiral Adama fan too. Olmos is the best.
I loved Miami vice back in the 80s couldn't wait to watch it on Friday night .then I went out with my flamingo shirt at hit the town .
The best soundtrack in a TV series ever.
Kate Bush
Best TV show ever
I agree
I had no idea Sledgehammer was in Miami vice! I’m so happy!!!!!
Probably one of the best Miami-Vice-esque scenes filmed in the series....look at the amazing natural lighting when Surf pulls up to the palm trees in Tubbs's Cadillac...if you ever get a chance to visit the Deering Estate south of Coconut Grove in Miami those trees are still there....rumor is they were also used in the opening montage....
I miss the natural lighting of older shows before everything had digital color filters added in. So much more pleasing to let the film capture something real.
Michael Mann was making mini movies on Miami Vice every week. Did the same with HEAT in 95
Looks like the trees where Magnum offed Ivan, but that was in Hawaii.
@@TheLuscious His other 80s show "Crime Story" was great too.
Castillo was pretty much a former CIA Ninja.
Probably where Stephen Seagal stole the idea .
For some reason that shot of castillo on the ceiling was burned into my brain as a kid
Ditto
Miami Vice, Literally a series that was ahead of it's time. What an era. The nostalgia is real man. Been re-watching the entire series these past months, and what a time. Don't think any show can come close too it these days. Sad that the era, is long past. Iconic storyline, themes, instrumentals, characters and so much more. Legendary. What makes me appreciate the show even more is that they used some of Collin's music, truly iconic. What a scene, one of my favorite, and one I'll never forget. Castillo is massively underrated, and so happy that casted him to play, because he nailed that role.
He truly a very very very good actor 🙂
How do you figure it was "ahead of its time?" If any tv show could be described as being exactly OF its time, it's Miami Vice.
@@ThatOldGrey when it comes to the setting and how it really embraces the fashion and architecture, absolutely but compare it to a lot of the other big 80s hits - the a-team, cheers, magnum pi, macgyver and it feels leagues ahead in its presentation, the use of music, the production & cinematography
it's a show that feels very new while also feeling like the 80s distilled to its pure state
@@Rogue_Nine416MIAMI VICES' main theme was about what? BUSTING DRUG RUNNERS from CARTELS coming into South Florida. The show was right on time.
Castillo going all Samurai.
He is the last Samurai
@@GabrielRodriguez-um8fi No, everyone knows that's Tom Cruise.
That was a brilliant tactic to fix sledgehammer's position with his sword and gaze. Never saw Rico and Sonny flanking him.
@@brianbradburn Then I choose to know nothing.
You know it's the 80s when the laser is almost as big as the rifle.
Is that what that is? I saw this in the episode and cannot understand what it was
It was a phased plasma rifle in 40watt range
And almost as expensive too. I was in the Army at the time, saw this, and wanted to add it as an option on my weapon but that got nixed when I saw the price tag.
Yeah, the laser in Terminator needed a whole battery pack to be powered and was activated by a controller in Arnold's other hand, thankfully he wore baggy clothes so the cable wasn't obvious.
It looks like a boom microphone rather than a rifle optic. :)
*"Surf's up, pal!"*
You know they named him that specifically so Don could say that shit !!...
Yeeesh lol
Bam bam!
And hiding behind those palms the whole time! Brilliant plan! Brilliant!
Bullet! Bullet!
The background music is a song called "Tzinskaro", which is an old Georgian folk song about a spirit who dwells in a spring.
This track is Kate Bush. Second part of Hello Earth. She speaks German at end. You are correct
Thank u VERY much, guyz!
Thank God, 4 u both!!!
A million thanks. I have wanted to know its title since back in the day!
Perfect! I've been wondering for years!
@@kodoklengket I know the feeling!
Took me up until 4 years ago.
Even with a gun pointed at his BOSS, Sonny still managed to get a clever line in just before he pulled the trigger .. "Surfs up, pal ..."
I love how Lieutenant Castillo uses a samurai sword here. I saw the scene in the eighties and loved it.
Castillo is The Last Samurai.
Yep forget Tom C
"Surf's up, pal." That line stole the scene. LMAO
This is one of my favorite Miami Vice episodes. It’s probably my second favorite. Edward James Olmos was stupendous.
Castillo was the best character on Miami Vice. Episodes like Golden Triangle 1&2, Bushido, and others that linked to Castillo's past were my favorites.
Was one of my favourite Miami Vice episodes back in the day. This one and Shadow in the Dark. Castillo going full Ninja/Samurai on the KGB. That is why we miss the 80s.
"Bushido"
Badass episode.
Thanks to this episode, I started understanding the meaning of RESPECT and HONOR. This is my favorite episode of this show.
Castillo episodes were always dark and mysterious. They had moody music that always hit the mark. Edward James Olmos absolutely nailed that man with a past role.
Surf stepped on the hood of Tubbs' Caddy...and Tubbs blew his ass away for that crime. Still remember my middle sister's 'Miami Vice' poster featuring Crockett and Tubbs with weapons drawn against a moonlight Miami skyline. She'd watch EVERY Friday and comment on how violent it was.
I had that same poster
This is My Favourite Episode!
I Remember When It 1st Ran In 1985!
Castillo Shined Big Time!
Bushido 🇯🇵🇨🇦
The direction and dialogue in this episode is just incredible.
Absolutely loved this show , still do its so timeless, I grew up in the 80s ,so seeing this every Friday on NBC was everything,
Castillo was one of, if not the best characters on this show imo
This scene is probably the only time Castillo raised his voice in the whole series
Absolutely the best Vice episode! The Gregorian chant was hauntingly intense…
They gave Rasche the name "Surf" for that line by Crockett
The true ninjas where Sonny and Crockett apearing from those trees.
Making sure their main man was covered.
Sonny Crockett & Ricardo Tubbs?
Castillo no doubt the coolest character in that great series
One of the best shows ever on TV. This show gave many up and coming actors and actresses shine before they became big. Iconic to say the least. Michael Mann is that dude.
Loved the Castillo episodes they were on another level
This was filmed at the Deering Estate in the Cutler Bay area in South Miami. When this was filmed, I was three years old, and lived about 5 miles away from here. The exterior looks much like it did 35 years ago, the interiors of the buildings these scenes were filmed in have since been renovated, and look quite different.
This STILL is one of the best scenes of any show 🔥
Can't help but see shades of Sledgehammer in his performance here. David Rasche was superb.
He will always be Sledge Hammer. 🙂
@@eugenekranz6981 Exaggerated?...nah!! its a Colt CAR-15 SMG with a MWG 90 round mag. I cant figure what the laser sight is though...
@@eugenekranz6981 lol, yes...I also recall a line from Hammer saying, "...and if I buy one more I get a free cluster bomb.", lol.
The laser was probably early surefire company light, cant remember what company original name was
@@lindascott1874 The closet thing I can come up with image-wise is the Continental Laser Corporation Model A1020 Argon Ion Laser System. While its definitely not what ole Surfy boy is carrying around, its of that era and similar. What the tech's installed on that rifle could very well not be something intended for a firearm sight, they simply could've mocked something up to look cool on camera, just a thought.
The opening of this episode is the one of my favorites. Crockett and Tubbs bust into the bathroom to find the drug dealer dead and the DEA guy tied up.
Miami Vice was THE show to watch back then. The 80's were a magical time for sure.
The 80s was such a BEAUTIFUL TIME wish there could have been 2 decades of the 80s
This show was the BEST
Castillo is a freaking Ninja!
Criminal: My name is Surf!
Crockett: Surf's up pal!
LMAO! 😂😂😂
Some of my favorite episodes was when Castillo had to fight...a total badass...and the LAST person you wanted to cross...
Perfect episode
This is really right up there.... top notch work for all involved.
Boy,when you go,you go all the way
Admiral Adama approves :)
This episode and the episode of magnum pi when mags killed his old tormenter Ivan at the end with the infamous DID YOU SEE THE SUNRISE THIS MORNING line are my two favourite episodes of 80s TV shows. I am a 80s child, and I have never been more happy about being something then a 80s child.
I concur! 🍻
The portion of "Hello Earth" played is the choral section of the Georgian folk song "Tsintskaro" sung by The Richard Hickox Singers, during the scenes with Laura, Marty, Castillo, Surf, and the KGB operatives.
Yes! Thank you for that. Also, "Hello Earth", from the Kate Bush album "Hounds of Love", is a heartwrenchingly beautiful tribute to the lost Columbia space shuttle crew, written 18 years before they died in Feb., 2003. ( Listen to the first 20 seconds of the song, you'll understand).
I remember this from when it aired. I haven't seen it again until now. The images, the directing was so cinematic it sticks in the memory.
This episode, and this scene scene in particular, for me, was the ultimate highlight of the entire series.
"Surf's up, pal"!
I ♥️ this episode!!
....and Tubbs only shot him cuz he was desecrating his Caddy...lol
Excellent quality. Thanks for uploading this!
That episode was CLASSIC!!!
Miami Vice, the action cop show ever!!!
3:08 "They never look up" - Sam Fisher
Castillo. What a brave guy.
Courage Level: Castillo
One of my Favs. Wow. The final scene is perfect
At that point, probably the best moment in tv history.
I'm not sure much has surpassed this, if any. Olmos directing, the music, atmosphere, build up. Only negative is maybe surf
Whoa, Castillo, the silent samurai :o
That was one helluva episode.
Bum out the ending is cut off. I always loved the last seconds of this episode with the overhead shot looking down at the boat leaving the estate with the eerie music playing. Always sent a chill up my spine.
my favorite Miami vice episode
Probably the best episode ever in Miami Vice
Ohmeh Gehd!
I’ve been looking for this clip for 10 years, best Miami Vice scene ever.
"My lieutenant? Well, he's an ex-CIA ninja with a samurai's code of honor. Meaning he'll kill you while spiriting away your enemies. Nice guy, under the stoic exterior."
Kate Bush “Hello Earth” from Hounds of Love record. Timeless masterpiece of an album
Castillo is the best character of the series...period.
And i love Crockett and Tubbs but Castillo is Castillo
That slice to the neck was brutal.
One of the greatest Shows of all time
Castillo, great under the roof !!!
Quiet possibly the best scene of the entire series.
Careful, that KBG agent looks like he knows what he's doing.
He only look so.
Trust me, I know what I'm doing
He did; but he didn't have the home surf advantage . . .
Everybody gangsta til Crockett calls you pal
Omg I miss the 80s and Miami Vice. This was one of my favorite episodes.
WoW!!!! That’s what I miss and I want more of it 😎🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The house scene is very well done. Tense and slick.
When Lt. Castillo mets Sledge Hammer!
I didn't know "Sledge Hammer" acted in Miami Vice🤣
He must be a Russian sledgehammer against a Hispanic samurai
1:30 I love how the guy clears a room
True. He clears it from the top down.🙄
Silence....
Silence....
SURF'S UP, PAL! **Random Armageddon unleashed**
Ah, true 80's bliss. lol
This was filmed at The Deering Estates. It had a lot more palmetto trees before Hurricane Andrew hit the area.
Great place
Facts
Cool.
Actually this is season 2 episode 9 and easily the best of all the episodes!
The best episode of Miami Vice
Castillo was a great character.
Damn I forgot how intense Miami Vice was
What a show
I've been waiting for this! Thank you!
My fav episode.
The Castillo centered episodes really were the best.