Ep 2. The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace
- TV-PG
- September 20, 1998
- 22 min
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8.1 (3,056)
In The Simpsons season 10 episode 2, titled "The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace," the episode's focus is primarily on the character of Homer Simpson. After seeing a fellow high school classmate die of a heart attack, Homer questions his own mortality and what he's done with his life so far. He decides to become an inventor and begins to create various contraptions around the house, including an alarm clock that makes breakfast and an automatic hammer.
Throughout the episode, we see Homer become increasingly obsessed with his inventions, to the point where he neglects his responsibilities to his family and his job at the nuclear power plant. He becomes so focused on his work that he begins to mimic the habits and traits of famous inventors in history, including Thomas Edison and Leonardo da Vinci.
Meanwhile, Marge becomes increasingly worried about Homer's well-being and enlists the help of Lisa to try to reign in his obsession. Lisa, being the intelligent and logical thinker she is, helps Homer realize that his inventions are not necessarily groundbreaking and that he should focus on using his talents in a more practical and productive way.
As the episode comes to a close, Homer has a realization that he has been neglecting his true passion - creating his own music. He spends the rest of the episode writing a song and performing it for his family, showcasing his true talent and bringing everything full circle.
Overall, "The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace" is a humorous and insightful look into one of the show's most iconic characters, showcasing his flaws, his passions, and his relationships with those around him.