Ep 6. Escape Room Escapades

Ryan Hansen Solves Crimes on Television is a hilarious comedy-mystery web series that follows the absurd adventures of actor Ryan Hansen, who takes on the role of a fictionalized version of himself, teaming up with LAPD cop Mathers (Samira Wiley) to solve crimes around Hollywood.

In season 1 episode 6, titled "Escape Room Escapades", Ryan and Mathers are tasked with solving a murder that takes place in an escape room. The episode opens with a group of friends entering an escape room, excited to begin their adventure and escape the room before time runs out. However, their plans are quickly derailed when they find a dead body in the room with them.

Ryan and Mathers are called to the scene and are immediately thrown into the world of escape rooms, which Ryan is all too familiar with. He explains to Mathers that he has done multiple escape rooms in the past and is confident in his abilities to solve this murder. Mathers, on the other hand, is skeptical and not convinced that Ryan's experience with escape rooms will come in handy for solving a real-life murder.

As they investigate, Ryan and Mathers discover that each escape room participant had a motive for the murder. One participant had a gambling problem and owed money to the victim, another was jealous of the victim's success, and yet another was having an affair with the victim's spouse.

As they try to piece together the clues, Ryan and Mathers find themselves trapped in the escape room and must solve the murder before time runs out. The tension builds as they work their way through the puzzles and clues, trying to find the killer.

While the episode has a murder mystery at its core, it is peppered with light-hearted jokes and comedic moments. Ryan's over-the-top personality provides a comedic relief to the otherwise dark and serious subject matter. The show seamlessly weaves together humor, suspense, and mystery, making it a unique and entertaining viewing experience.

Overall, "Escape Room Escapades" is a thrilling and hilarious episode that showcases the comedic and mystery-solving talents of Ryan Hansen. With its clever writing and strong performances, it's no wonder why the show has become a cult favorite among fans.