Ep 21. Inside Probe

In Raising Hope season 2 episode 21, Inside Probe, the family is thrown into a frenzy when local news reporter, Vance (guest star David Krumholtz), begins investigating the mysterious disappearance of a young girl from the Chance's neighborhood. The episode begins when Vance shows up at the Chance's house to ask a few questions about the missing girl. Jimmy (Lucas Neff) and Sabrina (Shannon Woodward) are wary of Vance's intense line of questioning, but Maw Maw (Cloris Leachman) sees him as her chance for stardom and eagerly answers all his questions.

As Vance continues to investigate the disappearance, the family becomes increasingly suspicious of their neighbors and begins to turn on each other. Jimmy and Sabrina fear that their secret stash of marijuana will be discovered, while Burt (Garret Dillahunt) and Virginia (Martha Plimpton) worry that their past misdeeds will be uncovered. Meanwhile, Maw Maw becomes convinced that she was the one who kidnapped the girl and tries to turn herself into the police.

As the investigation unfolds, the family discovers that there is more to Vance's reporting than meets the eye. They realize that the missing girl may be connected to a larger conspiracy involving the local government. With Vance's help, the Chance's embark on a dangerous mission to uncover the truth and clear their names.

The episode is a hilarious parody of true crime documentaries, complete with a dramatic musical score and reenactments of the family's accounts. The writing is tight, and the performances are spot-on. David Krumholtz is particularly impressive as the determined journalist, Vance. He brings a level of intensity to the role that is both hilarious and unsettling.

Overall, the episode is a standout in the series. It manages to blend comedy and suspense in a way that is both entertaining and engaging. The mystery is well-paced, and the resolution is satisfying. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.