It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 4 episode 2 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" S04E02, the gang grapples with high energy costs, leading Charlie to run the bar on a gas generator. Mac, Dennis, and Charlie argue over their roles in decision-making. Dennis concocts a scheme to profit from gasoline price fluctuations, but their bank loan request is rejected. Dee, aiming to claim her inheritance, suspects Bruce Mathis of funding terrorism. The gang's plan to sell gasoline door-to-door backfires, leading to chaos, mistrust, and a failed kidnapping plot. The episode ends in disarray, underscored by the Ghostbusters theme song.

Full Episode S04E02 Recap

### The Gang Discusses the Gas Generator - Charlie reveals he's been running the bar on a gas generator for a week due to high electricity costs. - The group debates their roles in decision-making, with Mac claiming he's the brains, Dennis seeing himself as both the brains and the looks, and Charlie being labeled the wild card. ### Planning to Solve the Gas Crisis - Dennis, as the self-proclaimed brains, proposes a plan to buy gasoline cheaply, store it, and sell at a profit when prices rise. - The gang visits a bank for a loan to buy gasoline, using a "big-breasted women chart" to persuade the loan officer, who ultimately rejects their request. ### Implementing the Gas Plan - Despite the failed bank loan, the group proceeds with their plan, buying gasoline and storing it in the basement. - Charlie's unpredictable behavior as the wild card creates tension and confusion during the process. ### Dee's Plot for Inheritance - Dee reveals her plan to become the sole heir by eliminating the others, causing distrust within the group. - The group learns that Bruce Mathis is donating their mother's money to a Muslim Cultural Center, suspecting him of supporting terrorism. ### The Gas Sales Strategy - The gang decides to sell gas directly to customers, adopting disguises and using Frank's van for deliveries. - Their door-to-door sales approach fails, with the police being called on them. ### The Van Chase and Waterboarding - Frank and Mac follow Bruce in the van, leading to a chaotic car chase. - Back at the bar, Frank waterboards Dee to extract a confession about her plans, while Dennis and Mac realize the need for each member's role in the team. ### The Final Plan and Catastrophe - The gang's final plan involves capturing Bruce, but their plans are thwarted as Charlie cuts the van's brakes in a wild card move, leading to a crash. - The episode ends with confusion and the realization that their target was not Bruce. ### Song: "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. - The episode concludes with the Ghostbusters theme song, tying back to their earlier conversation about successful teams like the Ghostbusters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Charlie start running the bar on a gas generator?

Due to high electricity costs.

Who does Mac claim to be in their group?

The brains.

What is Charlie's role in the group, according to the others?

The wild card.

What plan does Dennis propose to solve the gas crisis?

Buy gasoline cheaply, store it, and sell it at a higher price later.

Why does the bank reject their loan request for buying gasoline?

The bank typically gives loans to businesses, not for buying gasoline.

What is Dee's plan regarding her inheritance?

To eliminate the others and become the sole surviving heir.

How does the group plan to sell the gasoline they bought?

By selling it directly to customers as door-to-door salesmen.

Why does their door-to-door gasoline sales plan fail?

They are reported to the police.

What does Frank use to extract information from Dee?

Waterboarding.

What roles do the group members assign to themselves?

Dennis is the brains, Mac is the muscle, Charlie is the wild card, and Frank is the looks.

Why does their plan to capture Bruce fail?

Charlie cuts the van's brakes, leading to a crash.

What song concludes the episode?

"Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr.

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The Gang Solves the Gas Crisis