As the curtain rises on the inaugural episode of "Bad Thoughts," we are greeted by an intriguing tableau: brains tethered to video machinery, setting the stage for an unsettling narrative. Agent Six, portrayed by Tom Segura, engages in a hushed conversation with PQ (Shea Whigham) in the heart of Washington D.C. PQ informs Six of an impending mission in Havana, granting him a mere 24 hours to prepare. Six, a perpetual wanderer, accepts the task and sets off for Havana, where he crosses paths with Maria (Elisa Berdugo), inquiring about the notorious El Escorpion. With a nonchalant "not tonight," he spends the evening with Maria amidst whispers of his profession and monotonous routine.
Eventually, the moment of truth arrives as Six prepares to eliminate El Scorpion (Malcolm Stephenson). Amidst assertions of his moral boundaries—refraining from harming women and children—a harrowing accident unfolds, with Six inadvertently discharging his weapon, claiming the life of an innocent woman. PQ's subsequent call seeking confirmation of the mission's completion is met with Six's grim affirmation, only for PQ to realize the grim mistake. Six, finger-pointing at the erroneous photograph, grapples with the gravity of his actions even as his composure crumbles, evidenced by an embarrassing loss of dignity.
PQ, watching Six strip off his soiled underwear in a moment of despair, listens helplessly as Six's situation deteriorates further, culminating in a slap from a woman. Desperate to keep his blunder concealed, Six proposes a disturbing bargain to PQ, hinting at sexual favors to silence any witnesses. The absurdity of the situation escalates when a Four Star General (Gary Clarke) storms in, exasperated by Six's incessant babble, demanding silence. In a moment of despairing chaos, Six attempts suicide but instead tragically violates his own code, slaying a child.
Transitioning from darkness to comedy, Segura, the comedian behind Agent Six, shares his humble occupation with a touch of irony, emphasizing its significance despite its lowly status. His journey leads him to a nursing home, where he assumes the role of a custodian. One fateful day, Nurse Maxson (Timeca M. Seretti) alerts Mr. Fletcher (Dan Stevens) to an unusual scene: Segura, animating the nursing home residents with his dance moves, breathing life into their weary souls. Maxson praises Segura's unique talent, noting the residents' renewed vigor. However, the idyllic scene is disrupted when a patient is caught indulging in unsavory behavior, prompting Fletcher's intervention. Despite the protests of the residents, who cherish Massimo's presence, Fletcher reluctantly agrees to Massimo's stay. Massimo's abrupt departure after discovering a resident's pregnancy adds another layer of intrigue to the tale.
Elsewhere, Evan (Robert Iler) attends a board meeting, his thoughts diverted by the enigmatic IT specialist, Cyrus. Cyrus, immersed in cutting-edge technology to update the company's servers, seems to be engaged in a virtually simulated sexual encounter. When confronted, Cyrus artfully disguises his activities as server maintenance. His presence at the meeting stems from a desire to celebrate Cheryl's (Tina Parker) birthday alongside her. Evan's suspicions grow, culminating in an accusation of virtual porn consumption, adding a layer of humor and tension to an already complex storyline.
Cyrus has an excuse tailored for every conceivable situation, leaving him wondering why he even bothers justifying himself to Evan in the first place. Upon returning to his workstation, Evan finds himself fielding inquiries about the company's tax obligations. Abruptly, Evan halts the conversation, suggesting they ought to celebrate with cake instead. Cyrus, on the verge of choking himself in astonishment before the servers are even restored, soon discovers to his dismay that there isn't a single slice of cake left for him.
