Episode 4 of Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Season 4 kicks off with Midge's anticipated show, but it's a far cry from the seamless spectacle she envisioned. The curtain stubbornly refuses to rise, the musicians await a nonexistent cue, and the microphones abruptly go silent. As the audience dwindles and ultimately departs, Midge confronts Bosie, inquiring about the lackluster burlesque performance and expressing her desire to elevate it to a new level of grandeur. However, Bosie's lack of funds and unwavering disinterest leave Midge feeling defeated. Before exiting, she encourages the girls to strive for improvement for the next show.
That evening, Midge embarks on a date with Liam, but his incessant Spanish speaking leaves her bewildered. She cunningly summons Susie, claiming a family emergency as her excuse to escape. But the real reason for her haste is an urgent need to flee. Susie sternly advises Midge to steer clear of civilians, fearing a string of mishaps, and jokingly suggests a ventriloquist as a potential suitor.
Meanwhile, Miriam redirects her attention to Susie, inquiring about her romantic life. Given that Susie spends most of her time navigating Midge's troubles and nurturing her career, she confesses that she hardly finds time to consider such matters.
At home, tensions mount as Abe grows increasingly agitated with Susie's late-night TV blaring. He demands that she find a new abode, yet when Susie confronts him in the hallway, he dismissively brushes off her concerns.
Susie realizes she must indeed seek a new residence and is immediately enamored with an apartment she's shown. She marvels at the breathtaking view, eagerly anticipating a fresh start.
Elsewhere, Joel invites Mei to meet his parents, but she's apprehensive, fearing they'll scrutinize and condemn her Chinese heritage. Joel's attempts to reassure her fall on deaf ears, and she flees with her belongings, leaving Joel frustrated and perplexed.
In the bustling park, Miriam embarked on a quest to discover a novel watering hole for her friend. After a fruitless search, she found herself perched on a bench, only to be unexpectedly approached by a gentleman named Lazarus. He divulged the whereabouts of an emerging hotspot, and that evening, Miriam escorted Susie there.
As Susie excitedly detailed the apartment's nuances, she suddenly realized that Miriam had steered her toward a lesbian bar. Shocked, Susie reminded Miriam that she wasn't in the market for romance; her focus was solely on Susie Myreson and Associates, and Miriam's meddling wasn't exactly welcome.
Following the disappointing bar excursion, Miriam took the stage for another fiery stand-up routine, yet the curtains and backstage complications persisted.
Meanwhile, Abe encountered Agent Webber and, under oath, implicated Asher in the arson, claiming he had waited outside the building while Asher ignited the fire. Their bond was severed, and Abe's motive was revealed: a lingering jealousy over Asher and Rose's past relationship. This led him to betray Asher to the FBI, citing a 35-year-old incident as justification. Enraged, Asher gathered his things and departed.
Later, Miriam ventured to Joel's bar, venting about her challenges. Joel was disheartened by her decision to work in a strip club, considering it a step backward, especially after her collaboration with Shy Baldwin. Nonetheless, Joel relented and granted her a ten-minute slot, warning her not to tarnish the establishment's reputation.
Susie entered her new office and began compiling a list of replacements. While organizing her desk, Sophie appeared, revealing her booking struggles and financial woes. Her manager had departed, and Sophie desperately sought Susie's assistance. She believed she was a perfect fit for a new NBC game show, but her calls were ignored. Sympathetic, Susie offered to help, albeit reluctantly, on the condition that Sophie remove her number from her contact list. "What's wrong with me?!" Sophie exclaimed in frustration as she departed.
As the episode drew to a close, Miriam returned to the strip club, and this time, her performance flowed smoothly. The only hiccup was Miriam's unintended tumble into the pit following her show. Other than that, the evening was a resounding success!
