As So Help Me Todd wraps up its second season with episode 10, titled “The Tooth is Out There,” the stakes are high and the tension palpable. Todd (Skylar Astin) and Margaret (Marcia Gay Harden) dive deep into a web of deceit as they chase down the elusive Broker, all while navigating personal and professional chaos. Let’s break down this thrilling finale and explore the twists and turns that left fans hanging.
The Stakes Rise at La Brilliance
The episode kicks off with Todd revealing a major revelation to Margaret: Folding is the Broker. This revelation hits just as they attend the La Brilliance cosmetic expo, where Margaret believes she’s there to court the glamorous face of the brand, Reese Walters. But in a twist of fate, it turns out that her actual client is Eve Parsons, a former employee at La Brilliance. This miscommunication sends Margaret racing back to the office to prepare for a critical meeting at the courthouse.
Margaret’s Last Chance to Save the Firm
The stakes couldn’t be higher for Margaret. With the firm in jeopardy and staff protesting over unpaid overtime, she’s faced with a chaotic workplace and a ticking clock. Just when things seem to spiral further out of control, she learns that her sister, Allison (Madeline Wise), is suing the firm for payment related to her medical cases. Talk about family drama!
In court, Eve drops a bombshell: she’s suing La Brilliance because Reese Walters assaulted her, leading to severe nerve damage. Initially hesitant, Margaret sees the potential for saving her firm when Jordana Jecko, a powerful businesswoman, offers to back Eve’s case. If Margaret wins, all 23 businesses in Jordana’s network will sign with her firm. It’s a golden opportunity that Margaret can’t ignore.
The Investigation Begins
Margaret takes Todd and Lyle (Tristen J. Winger) to La Brilliance under the guise of a married couple for a photoshoot. Todd uses his charm to gather insider information, learning about a mysterious figure named Diana while trying to keep Lanie Friedbook (Princess Davis) distracted. Meanwhile, Todd’s detective instincts kick in when he notices a connection between a dental charity and potential money laundering.
As they dig deeper, Todd discovers the shady side of the charity Mouths of Joy, which is supposedly funded by the Portland Philanthropic Society (PPS). This leads to a frantic investigation involving a sketchy dentist and multiple phone lines, each revealing more about the Broker’s operations.
The Courtroom Drama Unfolds
The courtroom scenes ramp up the intensity, especially when Harry (Mark Moses), Margaret’s ex-husband, makes an appearance as an expert witness. Despite his attempts to rekindle their relationship, Margaret stays focused on the case at hand. Tension rises as she must contend with Harry’s insights while also managing her complicated feelings about him.
In a pivotal moment, Margaret calls Lanie to the stand. The revelation that Diana was a cosmetologist at La Brilliance and suffered a tragic incident involving her child adds emotional weight to the case. When Lanie finally admits the truth, the audience sees the stakes of the case elevate dramatically.
The Broker’s Identity Revealed
Just when it seems like Margaret has turned the tide in her favor—winning the case for Eve and securing the business contracts—an unexpected twist awaits. The photo that Lyle requested from the NSA finally comes through, revealing that the person behind the Broker is none other than Margaret herself. It’s a devastating blow, exposing the money laundering operations that have been happening right under her nose.
With the firm at risk and the reputation of Margaret in tatters, Todd and Margaret must pivot quickly to prove her innocence and take down Folding. As they strategize, the ominous news that Merritt Folding is on his way up in the elevator leaves viewers on the edge of their seats.
Conclusion: An Unresolved Cliffhanger
As So Help Me Todd closes out its second season, fans are left with a gut-wrenching cliffhanger. The episode brilliantly captures the essence of the series: a mix of drama, humor, and high-stakes investigations. While Margaret seems to have won a crucial battle, the war against the Broker is far from over. With the series now canceled, the unanswered questions and unresolved plots leave fans frustrated yet hopeful for a potential revival.
