Ep 5. And The Winner Is.

And The Winner Is… is an episode from the fourth season of the dark comedy anthology series Inside No. 9. The premise of the show is that each episode is a self-contained story, typically with a twist ending. The setting of each episode is always a confined space numbered "9" - such as a prison cell, a hotel room, or a closet.

In this particular episode, we see a group of actors in a dressing room waiting for the results of an awards ceremony. The actors are all up for the same award - Best Actor in a Leading Role - and the tension is high as they wait to find out who has won.

As they wait for the results, the actors exchange small talk and nervously sip champagne. Each actor reveals a bit of their personality and back story as they interact with one another. There is a veteran actor who has been in the industry for decades and has won numerous awards, an arrogant young actor who is convinced he will win, a method actor who takes his craft very seriously, and a female actress who is overlooked and underestimated by her male colleagues.

As the night wears on, the tension in the dressing room continues to build. The actors begin to reveal their true feelings and motivations, and it becomes clear that each of them will do whatever it takes to win the award. The stakes are high, and the pressure is palpable.

The episode takes a number of unexpected twists and turns, and the final reveal is both shocking and satisfying. As with all episodes of Inside No. 9, the writing is top-notch and the performances are superb. The actors all play off of each other brilliantly, creating a tense and often uncomfortable atmosphere that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Overall, And The Winner Is… is a standout episode from a series that consistently delivers clever and surprising stories. It is a must-watch for fans of dark comedy and anyone who enjoys a good twist ending.