Ep 6. 1987

In Robot Chicken season 2 episode 6, titled "1987," viewers are taken back to the era of big hair, neon colors, and the peak of '80s pop culture. The episode is a collection of sketches poking fun at popular TV shows, movies, music videos, and iconic toys that defined the decade.

The episode kicks off with a parody of the beloved TV series "ALF," in which the extraterrestrial is depicted as a foul-mouthed jerk who terrorizes the Tanner family. The sketch transitions into a commercial for the infamous '80s toy My Buddy, portrayed as a creepy doll with a dark secret.

The episode then takes a jab at one of the most well-known movies of the decade, "Back to the Future," with an animated short depicting what would happen if the time-traveling DeLorean accidentally transported Marty McFly to the medieval times. The sketch features a hilarious showdown between McFly and a knight, complete with spoofed-out accents and ridiculous medieval garb.

Music videos of the '80s are also not spared in this episode, as the show takes aim at popular MTV hits and the artists who starred in them. One sketch parodies "Take on Me" by a-ha, featuring the band members turned into cartoon characters with an unexpected twist. Another sketch spoofs Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA," with a commentary on the true meaning behind the song's lyrics.

Even popular game shows of the time, such as "The Price is Right," and "Wheel of Fortune," receive a humorous nod in this episode. In one sketch, contestants battle it out to win a lifetime supply of butter, while in another, one lucky winner gets to spin the Wheel of Fortune for the chance to win a lifetime supply of vowels.

Other notable sketches in this episode include a spoof of the popular board game "Clue" and a parody of the hit TV show "Miami Vice," complete with Don Johnson's signature white suit and a hilarious guest appearance by Mr. T.

Overall, "1987" is a fun-filled trip down memory lane for those who fondly remember the '80s and a humorous insight into the pop culture of the era for those who didn't experience it firsthand. The episode's clever and creative sketches are sure to leave viewers laughing and wondering what decade the Robot Chicken team will tackle next.