"The Lotus-Eaters" is the fifth episode of the first season of The White Lotus. It is the fifth episode of the series overall. It was released on August 8, 2021 on HBO and HBO Max. It was written and directed by Mike White.
Synopsis[]
As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya's focus to her business proposal. Paula grows increasingly disillusioned with the Mossbachers. A sidelined Rachel begins to question her future. Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.
Plot Summary[]
After Shane catches Armond in a compromising situation with Dillon, the desperate hotel manager is left with no choice but to relocate Shane and Rachel to the Pineapple Suite at no charge, hoping to avoid any repercussions. As Rachel settles into the luxurious suite, she begins to question whether she has become nothing more than a trophy wife. A conversation with Kitty adds to her doubts, making her reconsider her decision to marry Shane.
Meanwhile, Belinda tries to present her business proposal to Tanya, but Tanya is more preoccupied with Greg's romantic interest in her. Despite admitting to being emotionally distressed, Greg remains undeterred in pursuing her affections.
Quinn, on the other hand, finds joy in paddling with a group of locals, embracing the island's culture and community. However, Paula persuades Kai to steal expensive bracelets from the Mossbachers' safe, intending to use the money for a lawsuit against the hotel.
Nicole sternly reproaches Mark for confessing his affair to Quinn, as tensions continue to rise within the family. As the Mossbachers prepare to go scuba diving, Nicole's mounting pressure from providing for the family and feeling unappreciated leads her to break down, prompting her to return to the hotel, with Mark following closely behind.
Unbeknownst to the Mossbachers, Kai is in their hotel room attempting to steal the bracelets from the safe. A confrontation ensues after Mark comes to Nicole's rescue but is assaulted by Kai, who manages to escape. The hotel compensates the Mossbachers for the ordeal, leading to newfound respect and appreciation between Mark and Nicole, as well as their children. Olivia, however, remains suspicious of Paula's involvement in the robbery.
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Murray Bartlett as Armond
- Connie Britton as Nicole Mossbacher
- Jennifer Coolidge as Tanya McQuoid
- Alexandra Daddario as Rachel Patton
- Fred Hechinger as Quinn Mossbacher
- Jake Lacy as Shane Patton
- Brittany O'Grady as Paula
- Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey
- Molly Shannon as Kitty Patton
- Sydney Sweeney as Olivia Mossbacher
- Steve Zahn as Mark Mossbacher
Guest Starring[]
- Jon Gries as Greg Hunt
- Kekoa Scott Kekumano as Kai
- Lukas Gage as Dillon
- Alec Merlino as Hutch
- Christie Leigh Volkmer as Christie
Co-Starring[]
- Michael Trisler as Scuba Instructor
- Loretta Ables Sayre as Housekeeper
- Russell Satele as Security Guard
- Brad Kalilimoku as Canoeist
- Shea Lokahi Timothy Fabiana as Canoeist
- Nathan Feitos as Canoeist
- Imani McNorton as Canoeist
- Denton Kukahiko as Canoeist
- Jesse James Steele as Conch Blower
Quotes[]
"We're all just trying to win the game of life." ― Mark Mossbacher
Gallery[]
References[]
External links[]
- "The Lotus-Eaters" at the Internet Movie Database
- "The Lotus-Eaters" at Wikipedia
| The White Lotus Season 1 | ||
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101. "Arrivals" |
104. "Recentering" | |
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| See also: S1 • S2 • S3 • S4 | ||