Ep 6. The Case of the Grievous Clerical Error!

Jonathan Ames is a struggling writer who also occasionally works as an unlicensed private detective. In season 2 episode 6 of Bored to Death titled The Case of the Grievous Clerical Error!, Jonathan once again finds himself in a peculiar situation. The episode revolves around a clerical error and its repercussions.

Jonathan's latest case involves a Catholic church who mistakenly listed a man as dead, causing his life insurance policy to be null and void. The man in question, John Thurlow, contacts Jonathan hoping he can help him fight the church and regain his rightful insurance policy. As Jonathan digs deeper into the case, he realizes it is much more complicated than a simple clerical error. The church is denying any wrongdoing, and it seems that John may have a hidden motive for seeking Jonathan's help.

Meanwhile, Jonathan's friend, Ray Hueston, is trying to kick his weed habit but is struggling with the withdrawal symptoms. Ray's girlfriend, Leah, offers to help him quit by distracting him with sexual favors. However, their plan derails when Ray accidentally ingests one of Jonathan's edibles, causing him to have a psychedelic experience that he is not fully prepared for.

Also, Jonathan's boss and friend, George Christopher, is dealing with his own problems. He is trying to grow his publishing company but is struggling to recruit new authors. He turns to Jonathan for help and asks him to become a literary scout. This means Jonathan has to attend a networking event with authors even though he doesn't know much about literature.

As the episode progresses, Jonathan uncovers new leads in John Thurlow's case and his investigation takes him to surprising places. With the help of his friends, he manages to untangle the web of lies and deceit that surrounds the case. In the end, justice is served, and John Thurlow finally gets his insurance policy back.

Overall, The Case of the Grievous Clerical Error! is a captivating episode that combines humor, mystery, and drama in equal measures. It showcases the unique talents of the show's main cast, who bring their characters to life with ease. The episode's clever plot twists and witty dialogues make it a must-watch for fans of the show.