Ep 13. The Debarted

In The Debarted, the thirteenth episode of the nineteenth season of The Simpsons, Bart becomes a hall monitor at Springfield Elementary School. That same day, he stumbles upon a serious secret that involves Principal Skinner and Groundskeeper Willie. The two men are secretly stashing sandwich making supplies in the school's basement and are revealed to be part of an underground sandwich club, known as the Super Friends.

As Bart gets drawn deeper into the world of sandwich makers, he invites Milhouse to join him. They both become members of the secretive club, but soon come to realize that it's not all fun and games. The Super Friends are highly exclusive, secretive, and even violent. The club members deploy various weapons, such as bagel slicers and cheese graters, to protect their territory.

The Debarted also features a subplot in which Lisa becomes addicted to a video game called "Earthland Realms." She spends all of her time playing the game, neglecting her studies, and jeopardizing her chances of getting into a good college. When Marge decides to intervene, she finds herself getting immersed in the game too.

Meanwhile, Skinner and Willie's secret comes to light when a rival club called the "Prep Schoolers" learns about the sandwich club's existence. In an attempt to steal the Super Friends' recipe for the "Knuckle Sandwich," the Prep Schoolers take Bart hostage. The Superintendent Chalmers gets involved and Simpson family has to find a way to rescue Bart and stop the two groups from going to war.

The Debarted is a funny and entertaining episode that showcases the dysfunctional dynamic of the Simpson family and the community of Springfield. It features a clever storyline that mixes satire with light-hearted humor, making it one of the most memorable episodes in the history of The Simpsons. The episode provides a hilarious commentary on the subculture and the class conflicts that exist within the school system. It also highlights the deception and secrecy that can sometimes be part of the administration.

Overall, The Debarted is a must-watch episode for any fan of The Simpsons. It's a charming, witty, and fast-paced episode that will leave you laughing and entertained. It's an excellent example of the kind of humor, satire, and social commentary that made The Simpsons a cultural phenomenon.