Quick Summary
Laszlo and Colin assist their neighbour Sean in securing a position with the railway company they claim to work for, offering guidance and support throughout the application process. Their efforts centre on helping Sean obtain a new job at that firm.
About This Program ✦
The Railroad's a television programme delivered as a stand‑alone episode. It belongs to the episodic genre, presenting a concise, self‑contained story that unfolds within a single instalment, typical of series that focus on a specific plot per broadcast, and showcases the everyday interactions of its characters. In this particular instalment, the characters Laszlo and Colin step in to help their neighbour Sean. They've claimed they're employed by a railway company and, using that claim, they arrange for Sean to be considered for a new position with the same organisation, offering him a chance to join the rail industry. The episode centres on the interaction between the three men, with Laszlo and Colin positioning themselves as insiders at the railway firm. Their willingness to assist Sean highlights the neighbourly bond that drives the narrative, while their claim of employment provides the mechanism through which the job opportunity is secured for Sean in the story. By the end of the story, Sean is set to start his new position, thanks to the help offered by his neighbours. The narrative wraps up with the promise of his employment, reinforcing the theme of community support that runs throughout this short but focused episode of The Railroad, and it's clear that neighbourly assistance can open doors to new careers.
What We Do in the Shadows broadcasts on BBC Two HD at 1:30am, Wednesday, 4 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)


