Ep 10. Half-Decent Proposal
- TV-PG
- February 10, 2002
- 22 min
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7.3 (2,173)
In The Simpsons season 13 episode 10, titled "Half-Decent Proposal," Homer's lonely friend, billionaire Arthur Fortune, offers him $1 million to spend a weekend with Marge. Although initially hesitant, Marge agrees to the proposition after seeing the condition of their family's finances. While Homer spends the weekend partying with Arthur at his luxurious mansion, Marge begins to explore a romantic relationship with a charming and successful businessman who happens to be the owner of a popular candy store chain.
As the weekend progresses, Homer realizes that he made a mistake by letting Marge go through with the weekend. Arthur is revealed to be emotionally unstable and dangerously obsessed with Marge, leading Homer to fear for his wife's safety. Meanwhile, Marge's potential new love interest, the candy store owner, turns out to be too good to be true when he reveals his true motivations for pursuing her.
Throughout the episode, the characters grapple with the themes of love, money, and loyalty. Homer and Marge's commitment to each other is put to the test as they explore the possibility of other relationships and confront the realities of financial strain. Despite the challenges they face, the couple ultimately reaffirms their love for each other and their commitment to their marriage.
"Half-Decent Proposal" is a quintessential episode of The Simpsons, presenting a comedic and heartfelt exploration of the complexities of love and relationships. The episode features the beloved characters of the Simpsons family in all their quirks and flaws, as well as memorable guest appearances from Arthur Fortune and the candy store owner. The humor ranges from slapstick to subtle satire, and the emotional moments are handled with sensitivity and nuance.
Fans of The Simpsons will appreciate the show's signature blend of humor and heart in this episode, as well as the exploration of themes that are relevant to real-life relationships. "Half-Decent Proposal" is a standout episode in a long-running series that has captured the hearts and imaginations of audiences worldwide.