Ep 4. On Behalf of Society

Ray Shoesmith is balancing a lot of responsibilities in his life, from his job as an enforcer for his criminal boss to being a single father to his daughter, Britt. In "On Behalf of Society," Ray finds himself caught up in a strange, almost surreal situation when he responds to a call for help from an old friend.

What starts as a seemingly simple request for Ray to locate a missing person quickly spirals out of control, as he discovers that his friend has become embroiled in some dangerous and illegal activity. Despite his reservations, Ray feels compelled to help out, but he soon realizes that there may be more at stake than he first thought.

As he juggles his obligations to his boss, his daughter, and now his friend, Ray begins to feel the weight of his responsibilities pressing down on him. He turns to his therapist for support, but even she seems unable to fully understand the depth of his problems. In the end, Ray is forced to make some difficult choices that will have far-reaching implications for his life and those around him.

Throughout the episode, we see Ray struggling with his own morality as he tries to navigate a complicated world. He's not a good person, but he's not exactly a bad one either. He does what he has to do to get by, but he also has moments of empathy and compassion that suggest he's more than just a ruthless thug.

With sharp writing and a strong central performance from series creator Scott Ryan, Mr Inbetween continues to be a standout in the crowded field of prestige TV. "On Behalf of Society" is a particularly compelling episode that showcases the show's strengths, with a tense plot, complex characters, and a strong sense of humor that keeps things from ever feeling too grim. This is a show that deserves to be on your radar, and "On Behalf of Society" is a great place to start.