Ep 6. I Am Dick Pentameter!

In the episode "I Am Dick Pentameter!" of 3rd Rock from the Sun season 4, things take a Shakespearean turn as the Solomons become obsessed with the works of the Bard. Specifically, Dick becomes enamored with the iambic pentameter and decides he must speak in verse at all times. This causes no end of frustration for his fellow high commander, Mary, who can barely stand his regular speech patterns. As the rest of the group begins to adopt the pentameter style, they also find themselves drawn into a series of Shakespearean-inspired subplots.

One such subplot involves Tommy's attempts to win over a new girl in town by pretending to be a fencing expert. Meanwhile, Sally and Harry are both interested in a local bookstore owner, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and mistaken identities. All the while, Dick's insistence on speaking in verse creates its own set of problems, particularly when he tries to communicate important information to the other Solomons.

As the episode progresses, the pentameter obsession reaches new heights, with the Solomons putting on a Shakespearean play in a desperate bid to impress the object of their affections. While the play itself is fraught with mishaps and misunderstandings, it ultimately brings the group closer together and allows them to bond over their shared interest in literature.

Overall, "I Am Dick Pentameter!" is a lighthearted, tongue-in-cheek episode that offers a fun twist on the typical 3rd Rock from the Sun formula. With plenty of laughs along the way and a healthy dose of Shakespearean flair thrown in, it's a must-watch for fans of the show looking for something a little different.