Rick and Morty Season 3 Episode 3
Rick and Morty
Season 3

Ep 3. Pickle Rick

  • TVMA
  • August 6, 2017
  • 22 min
  • 9.3  (22,770)

In Rick and Morty season 3 episode 3, titled "Pickle Rick," viewers are introduced to the hilariously absurd concept of Rick turning himself into a sentient pickle. The episode opens with the Smith family planning a group therapy session, but Rick, wanting to avoid the emotional confrontation that comes with therapy, transforms himself into a pickle to get out of attending.

What follows is a non-stop series of hilarious and action-packed exploits, as the genius scientist finds himself lost in the sewers of the Smith household and must use all his faculties to survive. Along the way, Pickle Rick battles everything from rats and cockroaches to a grizzled Russian hitman voiced by none other than Christian Slater.

While the core conceit of the episode undoubtedly comes from its central gimmick, there is more to "Pickle Rick" than just the concept itself. The episode is a masterclass in storytelling, as it manages to pack an insane amount of character development and emotional payoff into just 22 minutes of screen time.

Through various call-backs and flashbacks, we get to see more of Rick's troubled relationship with his daughter and grandson, and the ultimate resolution of the family's emotional conflicts is by turns touching and absurd. The writing is sharp and witty throughout, with plenty of clever sight gags and one-liners that fans of the series have come to expect.

Despite the outlandish nature of its premise, "Pickle Rick" manages to tell a surprisingly human story. Beneath all the humor and action, there is a poignant exploration of the human condition and what it means to be a flawed, complicated person trying to navigate the world.

Overall, "Pickle Rick" is a standout episode of Rick and Morty that exemplifies what makes the show so great. It's a hilarious, action-packed adventure with a ton of heart, and it manages to tell a deep and moving story despite its ridiculous premise. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.

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  • First Aired
    August 6, 2017
  • Content Rating
    TVMA
  • Runtime
    22 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    9.3  (22,770)
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