Ep 7. Walk This Way

Ray Donovan is a popular American drama television series that premiered in 2013 on Showtime. The show centers around Ray Donovan, played by Liev Schreiber, a professional fixer who solves the problems of the wealthy and famous in Los Angeles. In season 2 episode 7, titled "Walk This Way," Ray is tasked with a difficult mission that puts his loyalty and moral compass to the test.

At the beginning of the episode, Ray is approached by a major music executive named Lee Drexler, played by Peter Jacobson, who has a problem on his hands. One of his major clients, a popular rapper named Marvin Gaye Washington, has gotten into a physical altercation with a woman and it has been caught on camera. Drexler wants Ray to help out Marvin by making the charges go away and controlling the situation.

Ray takes on the job, but things quickly become complicated when he finds out that Marvin has a long history of domestic violence and drug abuse. He is also involved in a highly publicized feud with another rapper named Re-Kon, played by Mark Rolston, which has led to violence and death threats.

As Ray tries to manage the situation, he also has to deal with his own personal demons. His wife Abby, played by Paula Malcomson, is struggling with cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, which has made her emotionally unstable. Ray is also trying to keep his relationship with his troubled daughter Bridget, played by Kerris Dorsey, intact.

On top of all of this, Ray is still dealing with the aftermath of his brother Terry's, played by Eddie Marsan, professional boxing career being cut short due to brain damage. And he has to constantly deal with his father Mickey, played by Jon Voight, who is always up to no good and trying to cause trouble.

Throughout the episode, we see Ray struggling with his loyalties and trying to do the right thing in difficult and complicated situations. He is constantly pulled in different directions and forced to make difficult choices that have serious consequences.

The tension builds as the episode progresses, leading up to a dramatic and tense conclusion that leaves the viewer on the edge of their seat. "Walk This Way" is a thrilling and action-packed episode that highlights the complexity of Ray's character and the challenges he faces in both his personal and professional life. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who loves a tense and gripping drama.