Ep 4. Episode 4

Paul's happy and relieved to learn that he's on the shortlist to become head writer for "The Morning After," an American adaptation of "Lyman's Boys." Beverly, on the other hand, is not too thrilled about their potential move to Los Angeles. She's hesitant to uproot their life in London and fears that the American version of their show will lose its authenticity and charm. Regardless, Paul is excited about the opportunity and convinces her that they should take the chance.

Meanwhile, Sean and Morning are having a successful fling, enjoying each other's company both on and off-set. Sean is smitten by Morning and it's clear that the feelings are mutual. However, things take an unexpected turn when Morning introduces Sean to her teenage daughter, Brittany. Initially, Sean is taken aback, but he tries his best to connect with the young girl. It becomes clear that Sean is not very experienced in dealing with teenagers, leading to some awkward and amusing situations.

Back in London, Beverly meets Carol, the show's British casting director. Carol informs Beverly that Horace, the network executive, wants to replace the entirely British cast with American actors, in an effort to make the American adaptation more relatable to American audiences. Beverly is frustrated and disagrees with this decision, arguing that the show's charm lies in its Britishness. She stands her ground and tries to convince Carol to advocate for the British cast.

On the other side of the pond, Paul and Beverly arrive in Los Angeles and have their first meeting with the show's American producers. They're introduced to Merc Lapidus, the head of the network, and Elliot Salad, the show's executive producer. Paul is enthusiastic and eager to impress, while Beverly remains skeptical and dubious about the Americanization of their show.

As they settle into their new temporary home, tensions rise between Paul and Beverly due to their conflicting opinions about the creative direction of the adaptation. Beverly's fears about losing the show's authenticity become more apparent, as she becomes increasingly critical and nitpicky about every aspect of the American production. Paul, on the other hand, is more optimistic and willing to compromise.

Meanwhile, Sean continues to spend time with Morning and Brittany, trying his best to fit into their lives. He finds himself in an unusual position, acting as a pseudo-father figure to Brittany, while balancing his growing relationship with Morning. As the three spend more time together, they begin to bond in unexpected ways.

Back in London, Carol tells Beverly that she was unsuccessful in convincing Horace to keep the British cast. Beverly is devastated and feels defeated, believing that the heart of their show has been compromised. She confronts Horace directly and passionately defends her vision for the show. Despite her efforts, Horace remains unyielding in his decision to replace the British cast.

In Los Angeles, tensions continue to escalate between Paul and Beverly, as their differing viewpoints threaten to tear them apart. Beverly becomes increasingly frustrated with Paul's willingness to compromise and his inability to see the negative consequences of the show's Americanization. Their relationship reaches a breaking point, and they're forced to confront their differences and decide whether their marriage can survive this challenging time.

This episode of "Episodes" delves into the complexities of creative partnerships, the challenges of adapting a show for American audiences, and the personal sacrifices necessary to pursue success in the entertainment industry. Will Paul and Beverly find common ground and preserve the essence of their show, or will their differing opinions lead to the demise of their marriage and career aspirations?