Ep 21. Monty Can't Buy Me Love
- TV-PG
- May 2, 1999
- 22 min
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7.1 (2,116)
In season 10 episode 21 of The Simpsons, titled "Monty Can't Buy Me Love," Mr. Burns finds that his wealth can't solve all of his problems. In an effort to find love, Mr. Burns enlists the help of Homer and a dating service, but ultimately learns that money can't buy happiness.
The episode opens with Mr. Burns feeling lonely and unfulfilled despite his wealth and power. He turns to Smithers for advice, who suggests that he try the dating service "Springfield Singles." Mr. Burns agrees and quickly becomes infatuated with a woman named Gloria, who is actually a con artist trying to steal his money.
Meanwhile, Homer has also signed up for the dating service and begins dating a woman named Betty, with whom he has nothing in common. As Mr. Burns showers Gloria with gifts and attention, Homer tries to convince him that he is being taken advantage of, but Mr. Burns refuses to listen.
Eventually, Gloria's true intentions are revealed and she leaves Mr. Burns heartbroken. As he wallows in despair, he realizes that he may never find true love and decides to give up on the dating service. However, Homer convinces him not to give up and instead suggests that he try volunteering at a local hospital to meet new people.
Mr. Burns takes Homer's advice and goes to the hospital, where he meets a kind and compassionate woman named Lily. The two hit it off, and Mr. Burns realizes that he doesn't need money or power to find love and happiness.
The episode ends on a heartwarming note, with Mr. Burns and Lily sitting together on a park bench and watching the sunset, happy in each other's company.
Overall, "Monty Can't Buy Me Love" is a touching and thought-provoking episode that explores the theme of love and money. It shows that even the wealthiest and most powerful people can still feel lonely and unfulfilled, and that true happiness cannot be bought with money. The episode also reinforces the importance of friendship and community, and how these things can bring joy and meaning to our lives.