In the captivating fourth episode of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's fifth season, Frank and Nicky's grand musical spectacle is looming, yet their narrator has unexpectedly bowed out. Now, they turn to Susie with a plea: to convince Midge to step into the role. Unaware of the weight of favors Susie owes to the duo, she realizes she has little choice but to oblige. Reluctantly, she coerces Midge into accepting the part, forcing her to endure a humiliating promotional gig dressed as a sanitation worker, highlighting the absurdities of private waste management.
Meanwhile, Abe and Rose embark on a theatrical outing with friends but end up in a heated debate over the play's interpretation. Abe sees profound themes, while Rose insists it's a straightforward tale of a boy and his dog. Abe's unwitting insult to Rose's intelligence prompts her to summon the playwright himself. He reveals that Rose is indeed correct; the play was a simple ode to his own canine companion. Back home, the couple learns of Zelda and Janusz's engagement, wondering how long the latter has been a part of their household without their knowledge. Abe, in his characteristic manner, later apologizes to Rose.
At work, Gordon approaches Midge with a date proposal, but she拒绝him categorically, citing his marital status and her professional ambitions. She reveals that she aspires to perform on his show, and a romantic entanglement would hinder her goal. When a comedian backs out as a guest, Gordon orders his writers to find a replacement. Midge sees this as her golden opportunity, but it means forgoing the sanitation musical. Despite her pleas, Gordon refuses, adhering to a show rule that prohibits staff from being featured guests.
Joel brings Esther and Ethan to watch Midge's musical debut, but her performance is abysmal after hearing the disappointing news. Frank and Nicky are unimpressed. Joel notices the men harassing Susie over Midge's behavior, warning her that future favors may come with strings attached. Susie realizes that Frank and Nicky's grasp on her is tighter than she thought. Joel probes for details, concerned about Midge's involvement in the shady business, but Susie assures him she has everything under control.
Gordon manages to secure Sophie Lennon as a guest, and Susie attends the taping to confront Mike about the show's rule. At the studio, she encounters Gordon's wife, Hedy, whom she hastily avoids. Hedy chases after Susie, hoping for a drink and a reconciliation, but Susie refuses. Their promises in their twenties were broken, and Hedy's betrayal still stings, leaving Susie with a bitter taste in her mouth.
