Peter helps Joe fulfill his dream of getting a book published, only to take over as the writer. In the meantime, Brian develops an extreme thirst for exercise.

Michael makes a plea. Eleanor looks to take the high road. Michael tries to pull a rabbit out of a hat.

Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani, and Jason consider just how much they have (or have not) improved. Michael is left to deal with the consequences of his recent actions.

Various events occur, in a certain specific order.

Michael arranges an important meeting and Janet makes a reconnection.

A surprising announcement from one of the humans threatens to dissolve the group.

Michael’s grand scheme hits an unexpected snag and forces him to take drastic measures.

Michael intervenes in the near-death accidents of Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason on Earth, in hopes that a second chance at life allows them to become better versions of themselves.

Various conversations occur, between various groups of people.

The group works to negotiate an afterlife plan with Shawn and the judge.

In an attempt to plan a better future, Chidi considers his past.

The group awaits the Judge’s final decision on the fate of human existence.

With Eleanor assuming the role of the architect, the group adapts to the challenges facing them when four test subjects inhabit a new neighborhood under their supervision.

After a freak accident, Homer becomes an opera singer and finds himself star of the Springfield Opera. Soon he becomes mobbed by fans and gains himself a female stalker.