: The sting operation takes a sharp turn when the team is taken hostage at an art gallery by armed gunmen led by Lukas Janssen .

: Chin Ho Kelly and Kono Kalakaua go undercover as high-end art buyers to draw out the thieves.

: Jerry Ortega (Jorge Garcia) plays a critical role in breaking the jamming signal during the hostage crisis, earning a "big win" from the fan community. Sam Choy cooking scenes?

The primary plot kicks off when a tourist, , is shot in his hotel room after unknowingly transporting a stolen Van Gogh painting. The investigation leads the Five-0 task force into the dangerous world of international art theft.

This episode is notable for its blend of series regulars and high-profile guests:

: Many fans noted the episode’s similarity to the show White Collar , particularly with the inclusion of an art forger and an insurance investigator.

This episode of Hawaii Five-0 , titled (Hawaiian for "Stolen"), first aired on January 9, 2015. It delivers a high-stakes mix of black-market art heists and lighthearted culinary competition, featuring an impressive lineup of guest stars. Episode Summary 🖼️

: Features as Gerard Hirsch , an art forger who becomes a recurring fan-favorite character. Trivia & Fan Reaction 🔍