'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 Preview: Sadie McCarthy considers career over love

'The Girls on the Bus' centers on four women journalists as they navigate the complexities of covering a presidential campaign
Sadie McCarthy makes the difficult decision to prioritize her career over her  relationship in 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)
Sadie McCarthy makes the difficult decision to prioritize her career over her relationship in 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)

Contains spoilers for 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 7 and speculations for Episode 8

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Max has officially released Episode 7 of 'The Girls on the Bus', delving into Sadie McCarthy's (Melissa Benoist) emotional journey as she grapples with the news of her pregnancy. 

Created by Amy Chozick and Julie Plec, 'The Girls on the Bus' draws inspiration from Chozick's memoir 'Chasing Hillary'.

'The Girls on the Bus' revolves around four female journalists covering a presidential campaign. The series continues to build tension as the characters face new challenges and revelations, keeping the viewers engaged and eager for more.

Let's discuss what happened in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 7 and speculate about what might occur in Episode 8.

What happened in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 7?

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

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 7, Sadie learns that she is pregnant with Malcolm's (Brandon Scott) child, which comes as a shock to her.

Sadie is also seen working on a story about Felicity Walker (Hettienne Park). Sadie delves into the details of Felicity's PAC campaign and political strategies, uncovering new information.

Meanwhile, Kimberlyn Kendrick (Christina Elmore), a journalist at Liberty News Direct, is seen grappling with the challenges in her marriage. The demands of her career as a journalist have placed a strain on her relationship.

As the episode progresses, Sadie decides to have an abortion because she doesn't want to be pregnant and wants to focus on her career.

In Episode 7, Sadie's doctor informs her that a pill for the abortion procedure will be delivered to her in California. However, the pill does not arrive on time.

Sadie is adamant about conducting the abortion because she wants to focus on the presidential election campaign. When Sadie encounters Malcolm, she chooses to inform him of her pregnancy.

However, the episode ends, setting the stage for a potentially dramatic confrontation or emotional conversation between Sadie and Malcolm.

When will 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 air?

Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)
Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy and Brandon Scott as Malcolm in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)

‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 8, titled 'Life is a Highway', is scheduled for release on Max on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

If you don't have access, a basic Max subscription with ads costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. For an ad-free experience, the subscription is $15.99 per month or $149.99 for a year.

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Max also offers an 'Ultimate' subscription tier, which is ad-free and permits streaming on four devices at once. This tier includes 100 downloads for offline viewing and provides the option to watch certain titles in 4KHD with Dolby Atmos sound, provided compatible equipment is available.

The Ultimate plan costs $19.99 per month or $199.99 for a 12-month subscription.

What to expect in ‘The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 8?

Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 5 (@max)
Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy in 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8, Sadie is likely to confront the decision of whether to proceed with the abortion procedure. 

If Sadie decides to have an abortion, Malcolm may struggle with conflicting emotions. His love for Sadie could compel him to try to convince her to reconsider, hoping to salvage their relationship and perhaps even start a family together.

Given Sadie's nature, she may prioritize her career over her relationship with Malcolm. Sadie's ambitious nature and her intense focus on her presidential election campaign may lead her to decide to have an abortion.

In the upcoming episode, Sadie might also discover a significant clue regarding the problems with Felicity's PAC. Sadie could also face significant challenges as she decides to take on the story and cover it despite the obstacles on her way. 

'The Girls on the Bus' Episodes 1-7 are now streaming on Max

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