Ep 21. It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Marge
- TV-PG
- May 14, 2000
- 22 min
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7.1 (1,938)
In the eleventh season of The Simpsons comes the twenty-first episode named "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Marge." In this episode, Marge becomes convinced that the cartoon Itchy and Scratchy has a negative impact on the children of Springfield. She starts a group called S.N.U.H (Springfieldians for Nonviolence, Understanding, and Helping) and begins fighting against the cartoon.
As Marge becomes more involved with S.N.U.H., she meets a psychiatrist named Dr. Foster who seems to share her concerns. Dr. Foster convinces Marge to participate in an experimental therapy program that involves strapping her to a chair and exposing her to hours of Itchy and Scratchy cartoons.
Meanwhile, Homer sees an opportunity to take advantage of Marge's absence by inviting a group of his friends over for a party. However, things quickly spiral out of control when they discover that Marge has left a voicemail message threatening to kill them all.
Back in therapy, Marge's sessions take a turn for the worse when Dr. Foster convinces her that Homer is plotting to kill her. Marge becomes increasingly paranoid and decides to take matters into her own hands by attempting to kill Homer first.
As the chaos ensues, Bart and Lisa team up to find a way to stop their mother before she does something she'll regret. The episode is filled with hilarious moments, satirizing modern therapy methods, and plays with the themes of media violence, trust, and paranoia.
In the end, Marge and Homer manage to reconcile their differences and come to a resolution about the cartoon. The episode ends on a positive note, emphasizing the importance of communication, trust, and understanding in any relationship.
Overall, "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Marge" is a classic Simpsons episode that showcases the show's irreverent humor and satirical edge. It's a must-watch for fans of the series who enjoy the show's hilarious take on modern life and the American family.