Ep 7. Treehouse of Horror II

In the third season of the popular animated sitcom, The Simpsons, a special Halloween-themed episode called Treehouse of Horror II aired as the seventh episode. Like other Treehouse of Horror episodes, this installment consisted of three separate short stories that parody horror films or other pop culture phenomena.

In the first segment, which is a spoof of the Twilight Zone episode "To Serve Man," the aliens that the Simpson family encounters are not quite what they seem. As the rest of Springfield is taken in by the aliens' promise to serve humanity, it is up to Lisa to discover their true intentions and save her family.

The second segment, "The Thing and I," introduces a new member of the Simpson family - Bart's evil twin brother, Hugo. Locked away in a secret room beneath the Simpson house, Hugo has been kept hidden from the world all his life. When he escapes and threatens to ruin Bart's life, the family must decide whether to accept Hugo as one of their own or keep him locked away forever.

The final segment, "Homer Goes to Hell," takes inspiration from the classic film It's a Wonderful Life. After selling his soul for a donut, Homer finds himself in Hell and must find his way back home to his family. Along the way, he encounters various figures from mythology and pop culture, including the Devil himself and a parody of the River Styx.

As with previous Treehouse of Horror episodes, Treehouse of Horror II is notable for its humor, creativity, and willingness to push boundaries. The writers and animators take advantage of the Halloween theme to explore darker, weirder territory than is typical for the show. Despite the horror elements, the humor remains the focus, with clever and absurd jokes running throughout each segment.

Overall, Treehouse of Horror II is a standout episode of The Simpsons and a must-watch for fans of the show or of Halloween-themed television in general. Its blend of horror and humor is sure to keep viewers entertained and laughing until the very end.