Ep 4. Porter Got HBO

Porter Got HBO is the fourth episode of the second season of the British television series, Crashing. The show revolves around a group of young people who live together in a disused hospital complex in London, trying to figure out life and love in their unique, unconventional way.

In this episode, we see the arrival of a new housemate, Porter, who moves in after Anthony moves out to get married. Porter is an American who has just arrived in London and is looking for a place to stay. He is charming, easy-going, and has a good sense of humor, which quickly wins him the affection of the other housemates.

On his first night at the flat, Porter invites everyone to his room to watch his favorite show, Game of Thrones, which he has on DVD. The others, who are not as well-off as Porter, are excited at the prospect of watching the show for free. But as they start to watch, they realize that they are missing a crucial plot point as the DVD skips. They try to figure it out for themselves, but the more they try, the more confused they become.

Then, Porter says something that surprises them all, he has HBO. The others are amazed, as they have never met anyone who has HBO before. They cannot believe their luck, and they quickly plan to use Porter's subscription to catch up on their favorite shows. Jess suggests that they all pitch in to buy a projector so that they can watch the shows together in the common area.

Meanwhile, Lulu is worried about her future, and she confides in Melody that she is not sure what her next step is after quitting her job as a waitress. Melody suggests that she should try teaching dance classes, and Lulu seems interested but not overly enthusiastic. Melody also reveals that she has started dating another woman, which surprises Lulu.

Fred, who has just broken up with Amanda, is feeling lost and confused. He confides in Sam that he has been lying to himself about his feelings for her and that he is not ready to move on. Sam advises him to take some time for himself and to figure out what he really wants.

As the night wears on, the group takes turns watching different shows, some of which are not even available in the UK. They bond over their shared love of good television and their appreciation of Porter's generosity. But when Porter reveals something shocking about himself, the others are left reeling, and their previously happy evening takes a dark turn.

Overall, Porter Got HBO is a poignant, funny, and engaging episode that showcases the strengths of the show's ensemble cast and its ability to explore complex issues with sensitivity and humor. It is a must-watch for fans of Crashing and for anyone who enjoys thought-provoking, character-driven television.