The man is torn between his loyalty for Francis and his hatred for Claire. Meanwhile, all the other characters seem confidently determined that they will take the president down, but actions speak louder than words, and in comparison they all look relatively weak in finding a suggestible way of removing Claire.ĭoug Stamper (Michael Kelly) is the gritty story behind Episode 6. After seeing her strapped self in Francis’ shadow for over 60 episodes, it’s terrifying to finally see her real personality, which is not attractive at all. I almost forgot that Ruby had been shot in Season 3, seeing her use the motorized scooter is a great way to keep that plot point alive.Everything seems so easy for Claire.That connection is something that’s been missing from their relationship this season. At the same time, I am glad Annie is able to have an actual conversation with Ben.While I can appreciate the help that he gave her as a therapist, he crossed the line and shouldn’t be in her life anymore. It does give us some interesting complications to take into account as the season continues. Fitzpatrick is alive, that could mean even more trouble for the girls, and tee up some more interesting complications in the season ahead.Ī solid episode overall, “Dave” gives us a glimmer of hope in a bleak situation, but doesn’t quite present a nuanced view of this potential exit. (Yes, I’m referencing the Season 2 finale.) Fitzpatrick but as we’ve seen before, appearances can be deceiving. Fitzpatrick is another interesting moment. GOOD GIRLS - “Dave” Episode 404 - Pictured: Christina Hendrick as Beth Boland - (Photo by: Jordin Althaus/NBC) Pushing those boundaries, and continuing to butt heads with his boss will only spell trouble. Stan got lucky and avoided jail because his boss vouched for him, but that also points to what his boss knows that Stan doesn’t. Related Good Girls Review: Broken Toys (Season 4 Episode 8) Especially with Stan’s boss holding all the cards. This speaks volumes to their relationship, and it’s worrisome that this may be the thing that breaks them. He doesn’t tell Ruby what’s going on, and it’s likely because he knows that she’ll blame herself. The fact that Stan is now firmly entrenched in this life as a mafia enforcer, due to Ruby’s actions is heartbreaking. I’ve commented about how Ruby’s motives for getting into this operation stemmed from a systemic problem and how the desire for Stan to remain good has driven her. It’s made even more complicated by Stan’s boss giving him more and more dangerous assignments. GOOD GIRLS - “Dave” Episode 404 - Pictured: (l-r) Lauren Lapkus as Phoebe, Jonathan Silverman as DL Dave - (Photo by: Jordin Althaus/NBC) The idea of moving is intoxicating, but it’s also more complicated than it looks. Stan and Ruby’s kids are older, and their son just started a new school. “Dave” fails to explore what that would really mean? Annie will probably have to leave Ben behind since they can’t move her ex too. While the possibility of the trio leaving everything behind is exciting it’s not without complication. This is one case where things work out in their favor, and those moments have been rare in past seasons.
Related What to Watch on TV: Good Girls, kid 90, Genera+ion It’s even more gratifying when it turns out that the supplies are a present so he can plant a garden for his mom. Realizing they are buying parts for what could be a bomb so they can get in touch with Mr. One of the brilliant things about Good Girls is how Ruby, Beth, and Annie find themselves in hot water. In order to go through with this deal, they need to call off the hit on Rio, which can be a challenge when your hitman is on the move. That detail may not have sunk in yet, but it definitely should. The thing is, if that were to happen, they’d likely never see or contact each other again. Still, it’s nice to watch Annie, Beth, and Ruby dream of other lives. GOOD GIRLS - “Dave” Episode 404 - Pictured: (l-r) Christina Hendrick as Beth Boland, Manny Montana as Rio - (Photo by: Jordin Althaus/NBC) The idea that the trio could leave the business behind and live out their days in Witness Protection seems almost too good to be true, and it’s hard not to go through this episode thinking there must be a catch. On Good Girls Season 4 Episode 4, “Dave,” the Secret Service offers Beth a deal after finding her note in Dean’s office. If we learned one thing from this season of Good Girls so far, it’s never to dot your i’s with hearts.