James Denton in
"Next" -- the second season opening episode (#2.1)
of "Desperate Housewives"
September 25, 2005
ABC

When Mike arrives home, he finds Zach holding Susan hostage and has to find a way to rescue them both.   Meanwhile Lynette interviews for an account executive position at a top ad agency, now that Tom has agreed to stay home with the kids.   Her boss, Nina (guest star Joely Fisher), is skeptical about hiring a mother of four, so Lynette makes a big effort to impress her.   Rex's mother, Phyllis (guest star Shirley Knight), comes in for his funeral -- and to drive Bree crazy.   And Gabrielle, feeling guilty about her unfaithfulness, dutifully begins visiting Carlos in jail.


Mike at Rex Van deKamp's funeral