In a classic Shawn Hunter move, Shawn decides the high wages are worth the risk and takes over Cory's position. The episode centers on the moral dilemma of choosing the "easy street" of quick, questionable money versus doing the right thing—a recurring theme in the series. Cast and Production Jeff McCracken Writer: Jeff Menell
Soupy Sales as Mr. Fontaine and Mr. Martini. While they seem like charming, grandfatherly types, Shawn quickly realizes the truth: Cory is literally working for the mob. The Moral Dilemma: Shawn’s Choice When Cory finds out, he quits immediately. But Shawn Hunter, always the one struggling with financial stability, sees it differently. He takes Cory’s spot, enticed by the prospect of buying nice Christmas gifts for his friends for the first time. The episode shifts into a surprisingly moody atmosphere. The cinematography moves from the sun-drenched Matthews kitchen to the sterile, shadowy office of the mob boss. It’s a "moral fable" about the seductive nature of shortcuts and the high cost of financial gain. Why Fans Are Still Divided "Easy Street" is a polarizing one. Some viewers find the mob storyline too outlandish for a show about teenage life. Even the stars of the boy meets world season 4 episode 12