Ep 9. Hell On Earth

In the ninth episode of the first season of Smash, titled "Hell On Earth," tensions rise as rehearsals for "Marilyn: The Musical" begin to take their toll on the cast and crew.

Eileen (Anjelica Huston) faces financial challenges as her ex-husband attempts to take control of her production, forcing her to decide whether or not to hire a new investor with potentially questionable intentions.

Meanwhile, Julia (Debra Messing) struggles with writer's block and personal issues as she tries to finish the lyrics for the musical's big number. Her frustration begins to affect her relationships with her husband and writing partner, Tom (Christian Borle), and her affair with Michael (Will Chase) becomes increasingly complicated.

Karen (Katharine McPhee) also faces difficulties as she tries to balance her role in the musical with her job at a restaurant. Her demanding new boss causes her to miss rehearsals, leading to tension with her fellow cast members and her boyfriend, Dev (Raza Jaffrey).

As the pressure mounts and tempers flare, the cast and crew must navigate the challenges of putting on a major Broadway production while also dealing with personal and professional issues.

Filled with drama, music, and heart, "Hell On Earth" is a gripping episode that showcases the complex relationships and backstage drama that make "Marilyn: The Musical" such a compelling story.