Ep 14. The Clown Stays in the Picture

Bart tries to regain Milhouse's friendship after confessing to pulling a prank on him. Meanwhile, Homer grows attached to his new pet pig, which he has named Spider Pig. After a near-fatal accident occurs at the Krusty the Clown movie premiere, Krusty decides to retire as a clown for good. However, a Hollywood executive approaches him and offers him a chance to create a biopic about his life. Krusty eagerly accepts the offer, but soon becomes overwhelmed by the demands of making a movie and the pressure of reliving his painful past. The Simpsons attempt to help Krusty cope with his newfound fame and the ghosts of his past, while also dealing with their own personal struggles.