Season 2 of ‘So Help Me Todd’ has officially kicked off, and boy, was it a ride! Episode 1, titled “Iceland Was Horrible,” brought the perfect blend of chaotic humor, family dysfunction, and legal drama that we’ve come to love. But this time, it also threw in an unexpected plot twist involving—wait for it—Iceland. Yep, Iceland.
Let’s break down everything you need to know about the cast, behind-the-scenes photos, and that now-infamous “Iceland Was Horrible” storyline.
🎭 Meet the Main Cast of Season 2, Episode 1
👨💼 Todd Wright (Played by Skylar Astin)
Skylar Astin returns as the loveable mess that is Todd Wright. Equal parts awkward and brilliant, Todd’s private investigator instincts are still sharp, even if his personal life is a dumpster fire.
👩⚖️ Margaret Wright (Played by Marcia Gay Harden)
Marcia Gay Harden is flawless as always in her role as Todd’s overachieving, type-A mother and attorney. Their dynamic? Still hilariously dysfunctional.
🧑💼 Lyle (Played by Tristen J. Winger)
Lyle is back as the neurotic paralegal, offering dry wit and a much-needed dose of reality to Todd’s chaos.
💼 Allison (Played by Madeline Wise)
Todd’s sister, Allison, continues to juggle her medical career and crazy family. Her eye-rolls deserve their own Emmy.
🧠 Susan (Played by Inga Schlingmann)
Still working in the DA’s office, Susan’s interactions with Todd are pure tension and comedic gold.
📸 Behind-the-Scenes Photos You’ll Love
Fans were blessed with exclusive set photos shared by the cast and CBS, offering a peek into the fun that went into filming.
🎬 Todd in Iceland Gear?
One hilarious photo shows Todd in full Icelandic winter wear—think fluffy parka, confused expression, and all. Turns out it was a green screen moment that plays into the episode’s most ridiculous scene.
📸 Family Courtroom Snapshots
Another set of BTS photos shows the Wright family mid-argument in a courtroom. Classic.
🧊 Ice, Ice… Todd?
There’s even a still of Todd supposedly stuck in an Icelandic glacier. Don’t worry—it’s all part of the show’s exaggerated humor.
🎥 Plot Breakdown – “Iceland Was Horrible”
🌍 Wait, Why Iceland?
The episode kicks off with Todd returning from what he dramatically calls “the worst trip of his life”—a misadventure in Iceland that turns out to be more symbolic than literal.
😆 A Metaphor Gone Wrong
Turns out, the Iceland trip is a wild metaphor Todd uses to describe a messy undercover job that went completely sideways. And yes, there’s a walrus in one flashback. Don’t ask.
🗺️ Legal Case Meets Personal Meltdown
Back in Portland, Margaret’s got a new case that hits too close to home, and Todd—jetlagged and delusional—tries to help but only makes things worse.
🤯 The Twist That Left Fans Gasping
The final act reveals that Todd’s Iceland escapade may have unearthed a deep conspiracy involving an international law firm. Looks like this season’s going big.
👀 Hidden Easter Eggs in Episode 1
📚 Margaret’s Law Books
Pay close attention to the titles in her office—one is hilariously titled “How Not To Raise a Detective Son.”
🧭 Todd’s Journal
Todd’s Iceland “journal” has a doodle of a puffin and a quote: “Regret is colder than the Arctic.” That’s peak Todd.
🎙️ Cast Commentary – What They Said About Episode 1
🎤 Skylar Astin’s Thoughts
Astin joked on Instagram, “This episode was a fever dream. I had snow in my socks for three days.”
📣 Marcia Gay Harden’s Insight
She teased: “This episode sets up a stormy season ahead—literally and emotionally.”
🌟 Why Fans Are Obsessed with This Episode
💬 Twitter Reactions Were Gold
One user tweeted, “Iceland was horrible? More like ICONIC. #SoHelpMeTodd.” Another wrote, “Todd’s meltdown is the most relatable thing I’ve seen all week.”
📈Ratings Skyrocketed
The premiere saw a 15% boost in viewership compared to the Season 1 finale. Looks like people are loving the chaos.
🔮 What’s Next for Season 2?
📆 Teasers for Episode 2
CBS teased that the next episode will dive deeper into the law firm Todd accidentally uncovered—and Margaret may find herself tangled up in it.
💔 Trouble Ahead for Todd and Susan?
Fans are speculating whether romance or rivalry is in the cards. Either way, we’re here for it.
💭 Conclusion: “Iceland Was Horrible” — But This Episode Was Anything But
“So Help Me Todd” came back swinging with a chaotic, laugh-out-loud premiere that combined legal antics with a heartfelt family mess. Between the ridiculous Iceland plot, the top-tier acting, and those juicy Easter eggs, this episode was a homerun. If this is just the beginning of Season 2, we’re in for a wild, emotional, and hilarious ride.
