The gang returns home to New York City, but Hollywood seems to follow. Vince's mom tells him and Eric that Gus Van Sant is in town and in need of a replacement for Joaquin Phoenix due to an injury. Vince calls Ari, who says Vince has no shot at the role. Eric pushes Vince to audition, something he hasn't had to do in quite some time, and eventually Vince agrees. Too bad no one asked if Gus is even interested in Vince at all