After being described as a "slow-cooking crockpot" by the widow, Henry attempts to inject some drama into the event by coaching the mistress on how to blend in—an effort that fails spectacularly.
Critics often note that this episode pushes the boundaries of the show’s comfort zone. The AV Club highlighted how the episode plays with themes of perception and legacy, while others pointed out the "awkward but funny" tension created by the clash between the grieving family and the intrusive mistress. James Ellison Funeral Director Fred Savage Writers John Enbom, Dan Etheridge, Paul Rudd, Rob Thomas Air Date May 14, 2010 Format 1080p High Definition "Party Down" James Ellison Funeral (TV Episode 2010) - IMDb party down s02e04 1080p
Ever the contrarian, Roman spends the funeral trying to prove he is "post-racial," leading to some of the episode's most cringe-worthy and hilarious dialogue. Cast and Guest Stars After being described as a "slow-cooking crockpot" by
Adam Scott (Henry), Ken Marino (Ron), Jane Lynch (Constance), Ryan Hansen (Kyle), Martin Starr (Roman), and Lizzy Caplan (Casey). Party Down | 'Life Accomplishments' Ep. 4 Clip | Season 2 James Ellison Funeral Director Fred Savage Writers John
In this episode, the Party Down team is hired to cater the funeral of Frederick Walter Ellison, a revered patriarch and pillar of the local community. However, the solemn occasion quickly descends into chaos when the deceased's , Vanna De Milo (played by Arden Myrin ), arrives to pay her respects with her illegitimate child in tow.