Ep 5. Kung Pao Turkey
- TV14
- November 24, 2013
- 21 min
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6.6 (677)
After hosting their annual Thanksgiving dinner, the Smiths are left with plenty of leftover turkey. Stan becomes determined to find creative ways to use the leftover turkey, but his attempts are unsuccessful. Meanwhile, Roger becomes obsessed with the popular martial art, Kung Fu, and persuades Steve to train with him. However, when they accidentally injure their Kung Fu master, they must hide him from his former students.
As Stan continues to try and find innovative ways to use the leftover turkey, his desperation leads him to try experimental methods, including creating turkey-flavored condoms. Throughout the episode, the characters' plotlines begin to intersect, with Roger and Steve hiding the injured Kung Fu master at the Smith house and the leftover turkey becoming a key component to their scheme.
As the episode progresses, the tension builds as the Kung Fu master's former students search for him. Roger and Steve attempt to keep the master safe while also perfecting their Kung Fu abilities, culminating in a hilarious showdown between the students and the Smiths in which they must use all their newly acquired Kung Fu skills to defend themselves.
Overall, "Kung Pao Turkey" is a classic episode of American Dad that combines humor, action, and Thanksgiving traditions. Fans of the show will enjoy the dynamic between the Smiths and their eccentricities, especially as they navigate the aftermath of a holiday feast and the unexpected challenges that arise thereafter. The episode provides a perfect blend of comedic moments and meaningful character development, culminating in a satisfying conclusion that will leave viewers laughing and cheering.