[s5e2] Fish Town And Too Many Thank You's -
The story follows Bonnie (Allison Janney) as she becomes suspicious of her brother, Ray (Leonard Roberts), after his return from rehab. While Ray and Bonnie’s fiancé, Adam, attend a basketball game, Bonnie and Christy (Anna Faris) borrow Ray’s luxury car.
: A place Bonnie describes as being for losers or people who have given up. [S5E2] Fish Town and Too Many Thank You's
: Eddie Gorodetsky, Alissa Neubauer, and Susan McMartin The story follows Bonnie (Allison Janney) as she
: Refers to Bonnie’s excessive, panicked gratitude toward Officer Carter after being pulled over, which nearly draws more suspicion to the drugs hidden in the car. Episode Details Original Air Date : November 9, 2017 Network : CBS Guest Star : Leonard Roberts as Ray Director : James Widdoes : Eddie Gorodetsky, Alissa Neubauer, and Susan McMartin
A routine traffic stop for a broken taillight escalates when Bonnie and Christy discover hidden in the glove box. The discovery forces a confrontation with Ray, who claims he only uses "occasionally" and denies needing further help. The episode concludes with the revelation that Ray has lost his job and is separated from his husband, highlighting the destructive path of his ongoing addiction. Key Themes and Analysis
: Bonnie’s instincts as a recovering addict herself lead her to doubt Ray's claims of being clean.
: The title refers to "Fish Town," a derogatory term Bonnie uses for a neighborhood of "losers," and the "Too Many Thank You's" she offers a police officer out of nervous gratitude for not being searched more thoroughly. Title Meanings