Ep 7. Rednecks and Broomsticks
- TV-PG
- November 29, 2009
- 21 min
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6.7 (1,398)
Homer Simpson and his family embark on another misadventure in the 7th episode of season 21, entitled "Rednecks and Broomsticks." The episode opens up with the annual 'Springfield Swap Meet', where Homer and Bart get excited to loot through the vintage junk. While browsing through the stalls, Bart comes across an old broomstick, which he promptly buys for a measly 25 cents. However, little did he know that the broomstick was no ordinary item.
Back home, Marge finds out about the broomstick and confiscates it from Bart, thinking it was unsafe. But when she tries to throw it away, she's seduced by the appeal of the broomstick and ends up taking it for a spin, much to her family's surprise. The broomstick takes Marge to a coven of witches, where she meets a group of down-to-earth women who become her new friends.
As Marge's obsession with witchcraft deepens, she starts neglecting her daily responsibilities, leading Homer to take matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Bart gets entangled in a barn-dance with a group of young farm boys, who are quickly revealed to be redneck vampires who want to turn Bart into one of their own.
The episode is full of hilarious moments and clever jokes, and tackles various themes such as family values, acceptance, and traditionalism. The voice-acting is stellar, and the animation is as sharp as ever. Fans of the show will love watching their favorite characters go on new adventures, and newcomers will be pleasantly surprised by the show's wit and charm.
Overall, "Rednecks and Broomsticks" is a standout episode of The Simpsons' 21st season. It's funny, heartwarming, and has a fresh spin on the classic witchcraft trope. Whether you're a diehard fan or just looking for a good laugh, this episode is definitely worth checking out.