"In the Sandbox" is the fourth episode of the second season of the American black comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 0.474 million household viewers and gained a 0.07 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
Tanya (Jennifer Coolidge) is approached by Quentin (Tom Hollander), a wealthy gay Englishman who lives in Palermo.
He invites her and Portia (Haley Lu Richardson) to hang out with his friends, Matteo (Francesco Zecca), Hugo (Paolo Camilli) and Didier (Bruno Gouery).
Club gave the episode a "B+" grade and wrote, "It's probably best The White Lotus: Sicily doesn't constantly remind us that we're careening toward a finale wherein guests (plural!)
"[5] Tom Smyth of Vulture gave the episode a perfect 5 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "It's the midpoint in the season, which by extension means that our guests are halfway through their Sicilian vacations.
"[6] Paul Dailly of TV Fanatic gave the episode a 4.25 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "Is it just me, or is the resort becoming a pressure cooker environment?
"[7] Henry Wong of Esquire wrote, "Being hungover on holiday is both a blessing and a curse: your resort might be a good place to sweat out the booze, but that alcohol-induced anxiety also really gets in the way of those views, that sparkling pool, and the breakfast buffet.
"[8] Shawn Laib of Den of Geek gave the episode a 3.5 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "As we reach the midway point of Mike White's unique social satire, it's clear to see these characters are hornier than multi-pimpled teenagers sitting in math class.
Everyone needs a piece of somebody else, and while it makes for some humorous scenarios and awkward conversations, the lack of ingenuity in the storytelling this season is starting to pale in comparison to the show's brilliant first act in the summer of 2021.