'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 9 Preview: Sadie McCarthy's scathing Felicity Walker article may fall hefty on her

'The Girls on the Bus' is an American political drama television series created by Amy Chozick and Julie Plec
UPDATED APR 25, 2024
Sadie McCarthy discover a link between Felicity Walker and a donor on her PAC accused of sexual misconduct in 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)
Sadie McCarthy discover a link between Felicity Walker and a donor on her PAC accused of sexual misconduct in 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)

Contains spoilers for 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 and speculations for Episode 9

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'The Girls on the Bus' is getting intense with each episode, leading to dramatic confrontations and unexpected twists.

Following the official release of 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 on April 25, fans are eagerly anticipating details about the next episode and how the storylines will unfold.

In Episode 8 of 'The Girls on the Bus,' the spotlight turned to Sadie McCarthy's (Melissa Benoist) pivotal decision to take abortion pills amid various challenges.

Let's discuss what happened in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 and speculate what to expect in Episode 9.

What happened in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8?

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

Episode 8 of 'The Girls on the Bus' begins with Sadie and Grace Gordon Greene (Carla Gugino) teaming up to investigate a story involving presidential candidate Felicity Walker (Hettienne Park).

Together, they uncover a connection between Felicity and a top donor on her political action committee (PAC) who has been accused of sexual misconduct.

Sadie McCarthy writes a story on Felicity Walker in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 (@max)
Sadie McCarthy writes a story on Felicity Walker in 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 8 (@max)

The published articles on this story send shockwaves through Felicity's campaign, given her status as a leading presidential contender. Any scandal or controversy has the potential to significantly undermine her chances of winning the presidential election.

Meanwhile, Sadie encounters a difficult situation due to Missouri's abortion ban, which forces her to travel to Illinois to obtain abortion pills. 

Kimberlyn Kendrick (Christina Elmore) takes Sadie to Illinois to get the abortion pill, but they face a setback when the medical shop where the pills were supposed to be delivered is closed.

The next day, Sadie successfully obtains the pills from the shop, and they make the journey back to Missouri. In the last scene of Episode 8, viewers witness a pivotal moment as Sadie takes the abortion pill.

When will 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 9 air?

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

'The Girls on the Bus’ Episode 9, titled 'Slouching Towards Brooklyn', is scheduled for release on Max on May 2, 2024. 

To watch the captivating series, you need a subscription to Max. 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.

Both options allow streaming on up to two devices simultaneously in full HD 1080p quality. With the ad-free tier, users can download up to 30 shows or movies for offline viewing.

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 9?

Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy, Carla Gugino as Grace Gordon Greene, Christina Elmore as Kimberlyn Kendrick, Natasha Behnam as Lola Rahaii in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)
Melissa Benoist as Sadie McCarthy, Carla Gugino as Grace Gordon Greene, Christina Elmore as Kimberlyn Kendrick, and Natasha Behnam as Lola Rahaii in a still from 'The Girls on the Bus' (@max)

In 'The Girls on the Bus' Episode 9, Sadie may encounter personal challenges after publishing an article on Felicity's super PAC. She might face backlash from Felicity's supporters or criticism from those who question her motives or the accuracy of her reporting. 

If Felicity's PAC donor is not proven guilty of sexual misconduct, Sadie's career could be harmed. Sadie's credibility as a journalist might be challenged, impacting her future prospects and professional connections. 

In the last scene of Episode 8, Hayden Wells Garrett (Scott Foley), another presidential candidate, makes a phone call discussing Felicity and Sadie. This suggests that Hayden might be the person who actually sent Sadie the burner phone.

Hayden could also provide false information about Felicity to Sadie in order to gain an advantage in the election. If this scenario proves true, Sadie may encounter substantial career challenges. 

'The Girls on the Bus' Episodes 1-8 are now streaming on Max.

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