Ep 17. Crash of the Moons

In Mystery Science Theater 3000 season 4 episode 17, the gang is back to their old habits of watching, dissecting and making fun of terrible B movies, this time with the 1954 science fiction classic Crash of the Moons. The episode begins with Joel and the bots receiving a special delivery of a mysterious object, which turns out to be the movie they will be watching for the evening. As usual, they are less than thrilled with the prospect of sitting through a bad movie, but they soldier on, ready with their quips and witty comments.

The film follows the exploits of Rocky Jones and his team as they travel to the moon of a distant planet to warn their inhabitants of an impending collision with their sister moon. Along the way, they encounter a host of obstacles, including rival factions vying for power and a battle for control of the planet's resources. As the action unfolds, Joel, Crow and Tom Servo provide hilarious commentary on the cheesy special effects, bad acting and nonsensical plot twists.

One of the highlights of the episode is the recurring gag of the characters mispronouncing the name of one of the main characters, which leads to a series of increasingly absurd alternate names. The gang also takes aim at the film's contrived romantic subplot, as well as its over-the-top dialogue and melodramatic music cues.

Throughout the episode, Joel and the bots continue to interact with their human audience, often breaking the fourth wall to address them directly. They also share personal anecdotes and engage in playful banter with one another, making the viewing experience feel like a fun, lighthearted hangout with friends.

Overall, Mystery Science Theater 3000 season 4 episode 17 is a hilarious and entertaining entry in the long-running series. The sharp wit and clever commentary of Joel and the bots make even the most tedious and ridiculous B movie watchable, and their infectious energy and sense of humor ensure that viewers will be thoroughly entertained from start to finish.