Ep 6. The Butterjunk Effect
- TV14
- July 18, 2012
- 21 min
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7.0 (1,984)
In Futurama season 9 episode 6, titled "The Butterjunk Effect," Fry and Bender become addicted to a new performance enhancing drug called "Butterjunk," which is illegal in the world of professional blernsball. The drug not only enhances their abilities, but also makes them feel invincible and unstoppable. Fry and Bender's addiction spirals out of control, causing them to lose their jobs and relationships with their friends, including Leela.
Desperate to break their addiction, Fry and Bender turn to a support group for help. The group, led by a former Butterjunk addict named Fanny, encourages them to confront their addiction and rely on each other for support. However, things take a turn for the worse when the group is revealed to be a front for a mysterious organization seeking to use Fry and Bender's enhanced abilities for their own nefarious purposes.
As Fry and Bender struggle to break free from their addiction and foil the organization's plans, Leela and the rest of the Planet Express crew race against time to save them and put an end to the dangerous Butterjunk drug once and for all.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the signature brand of humor and wit that has made Futurama a cult favorite among sci-fi fans. From Fry and Bender's hilarious antics and one-liners to the show's commentary on addiction and the dangers of performance enhancing drugs, "The Butterjunk Effect" is a must-watch for fans of the series.