Ep 25. The Secret War of Lisa Simpson
- TV-PG
- May 18, 1997
- 22 min
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7.8 (2,772)
In The Secret War of Lisa Simpson, the final episode of the eighth season of The Simpsons, Lisa Simpson enrolls in military school after being outsmarted by her younger brother, Bart Simpson. Initially, Lisa struggles to fit in and adjust to the strict, no-nonsense environment of the military school. However, with the help of a fellow cadet, she begins to excel in both academics and physical training.
Meanwhile, Bart enlists the help of Homer Simpson to build a go-kart for a race against his rival, Nelson Muntz. Despite initially struggling to build a successful go-kart, Homer and Bart eventually create a winning vehicle and Bart is able to beat Nelson in the race.
As Lisa continues to thrive at military school, she discovers a dark secret about the school's training exercises and must decide whether to expose the truth or keep it a secret to protect her new friends. In the end, she chooses to do what she feels is right and stands up to the corrupt leadership of the military school.
The Secret War of Lisa Simpson explores themes of sibling rivalry, loyalty, and standing up for what is right. It also provides a humorous look at the world of military school and the challenges faced by students in that environment. The episode features the familiar cast of characters from The Simpsons, including Homer, Marge, and Bart, but gives Lisa a chance to shine as the central character. Overall, it is a fun, entertaining episode that is sure to delight fans of the long-running series.