'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 5 Preview: Sadie McCarthy struggles to regain her place on the bus

Journalist Sadie McCarthy finds her career in jeopardy as she faces various challenges

PUBLISHED APR 4, 2024

Sadie McCarthy is determined to overcome challenges and secure her place on the bus once again in 'The Girl on the Bus' (@Max)

Contains spoilers for 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 4 and speculations for Episode 5

COLUMBUS, OHIO: Max has officially released 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 4, delving deeper into Sadie McCarthy's professional struggles and personal journey.

'The Girls on the Bus' is loosely inspired by Amy Chozick's 2018 memoir 'Chasing Hillary', which reflects the experiences of journalists covering Hillary Clinton's campaign bus during the 2008 and 2016 presidential races.

In the final scene of 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 4, tension escalates as Sadie's boss, Bruce Turner (Griffin Dunne), removes her from the campaign bus.

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 5, the fallout from Sadie's removal from the bus could be a central focus.

When will ‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 5 air?

Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@Max)

‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 5, titled 'Binders Full of Men', is scheduled for release on Thursday, April 4, on Max.

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What to expect in ‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 5?

Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (HBO Max/@nicolerivelliphotographie)

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 5, the spotlight may intensify on Sadie following her expulsion from the bus, as seen in Episode 4.

Sadie may strategize to regain her place on the bus and continue covering the campaign, aiming to prove to Turner that she is a skilled and dedicated journalist.

In Episode 4, Sadie receives a mysterious call on her burner phone, urging her to investigate Felicity Walker's (Hettienne Park) super PAC and its donors.

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 5, Sadie may delve deeper into her investigation to uncover the truth behind Walker's super PAC.

Sadie may also uncover the identity of the person who sent her the burner phone.

‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 4 is now streaming on Max