| "The Club" | |
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| Atlanta episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 1 Episode 8 |
| Directed by | Hiro Murai |
| Written by | Jamal Olori |
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| Cinematography by | Christian Sprenger |
| Editing by | Kyle Reiter |
| Production code | XAA01008 |
| Original air date | October 18, 2016 |
| Running time | 27 minutes |
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"The Club" is the eighth episode of the first season of the American comedy-drama television series Atlanta. The episode was written by Jamal Olori, and directed by producer Hiro Murai. It was first broadcast on FX in the United States on October 18, 2016.
The series is set in Atlanta and follows Earnest "Earn" Marks, as he tries to redeem himself in the eyes of his ex-girlfriend Van, who is also the mother of his daughter Lottie; as well as his parents and his cousin Alfred, who raps under the stage name "Paper Boi"; and Darius, Alfred's eccentric right-hand man. In the episode, Earn, Alfred and Darius visit a night club to meet with a promoter who owes them money. Problems arise when the promoter avoids Earn to pay him while Alfred is jealous when a popular NBA player is in the club.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.948 million household viewers and gained a 0.4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the performances and surrealistic aspects (particularly the invisible car).