Ep 18. Shiny Happy People

Angel season 4 episode 18, titled "Shiny Happy People," follows the Angel Investigations team as they investigate a string of murders that appear to be connected to a dance club. As they delve deeper, they discover the club is host to a powerful demon who feeds on the emotions of its patrons and uses mind control to keep them in a perpetual state of happiness.

As Angel and the team investigate, they come into contact with a young woman named Fred who works at the club. Fred is a brilliant scientist who was trapped in an alternate dimension for several years before Angel rescued her. Though she appears to be happy and carefree, Fred is hiding a dark secret of her own.

Meanwhile, Connor, Angel's estranged son, is struggling with his own demons as he tries to come to terms with his place in the world. After a run-in with one of the demon's victims, Connor begins to question his own sanity and whether or not he is fit to be a part of the team.

As the investigation continues, tensions rise between the members of Angel Investigations as they each struggle with their own personal issues. Despite their differences, they must come together to stop the demon and save Fred from its clutches.

"Shiny Happy People" is a thrilling episode filled with suspense, intrigue, and plenty of plot twists. As always, the show's strong character development shines through in this episode, as the members of Angel Investigations are forced to confront their own demons while dealing with the larger threat at hand. Overall, it's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who loves a good supernatural thriller.