The Simpsons season 28 episode 22 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Homer's erratic driving leads to a legal tangle when he accidentally hits Gil. Choosing to save a dog over hitting Gil, Homer faces a lawsuit but is acquitted due to the jury's empathy for his dog-loving defense. Springfield reacts by enacting extreme dog-friendly laws, causing chaos as dogs dominate the town. Realizing their mistake, the residents repeal these laws and restore order. Gil attempts a heroic act to redeem himself but fails. The episode concludes with Homer finding solace in a stray dog.

Full Episode S28E22 Recap

### Opening Scene: A Car Ride Gone Awry - **Location**: In the car, driving through the streets. - **Characters**: Homer, Marge. - **Events**: - Homer is driving erratically, following Marge's navigation instructions. - He struggles with a decision to either hit a man or a dog, referring to it as a "Snoopy's Choice." ### Gil's Accident and Legal Threats - **Location**: Various scenes in Springfield. - **Characters**: Homer, Marge, Gil, Lisa, Maggie, others. - **Events**: - Gil is accidentally hit by Homer's car. - Gil hints at suing the Simpsons, potentially taking everything they own. ### Courtroom Drama - **Location**: Courtroom. - **Characters**: Simpson family, Mr. Gunderson (Gil), lawyers, jury. - **Events**: - Homer's defense revolves around his intention to save a dog instead of hitting Gil. - The jury is swayed by Homer's love for the dog, leading to a not guilty verdict. ### Springfield's Dog-Friendly Laws - **Location**: Springfield streets, various locations. - **Characters**: Springfield residents, Mayor Quimby. - **Events**: - Springfield implements dog-friendly laws, dramatically increasing dogs' freedom and rights. - The town becomes chaotic due to the over-empowerment of dogs. ### Reversal of Dog Laws and Climactic Resolution - **Location**: Springfield, various locations. - **Characters**: Springfield residents, dogs, Gil. - **Events**: - Dogs start dominating the town, reversing roles with humans. - The town realizes the need to reassert human dominance. - Gil attempts to redeem himself by controlling the situation. - Normalcy is restored, but Gil misses his chance for heroism. ### Closing Scene: A New Friend - **Location**: Outside, night time. - **Characters**: Homer, a stray dog. - **Events**: - Homer finds comfort in a stray dog, ending his day on a positive note.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Homer driving erratically at the beginning of the episode?

Homer was distracted by Marge's navigation instructions, leading to erratic driving.

What choice did Homer refer to as a "Snoopy's Choice"?

Homer referred to the difficult decision of hitting either a man or a dog as a "Snoopy's Choice."

Who did Homer accidentally hit with his car?

Homer accidentally hit Gil with his car.

What legal threat did Gil pose to the Simpsons?

Gil hinted at suing the Simpsons, potentially taking everything they own.

What was Homer's defense in the courtroom?

Homer's defense was that he intended to save a dog, which swayed the jury's opinion.

What verdict was reached in Homer's court case?

Homer was found not guilty in the court case.

What laws did Springfield pass after Homer's court case?

Springfield passed dog-friendly laws that significantly increased dogs' rights and freedom.

How did the dog-friendly laws affect Springfield?

The laws led to chaos in Springfield, with dogs gaining too much freedom and disrupting normal life.

What issue arose from the over-empowerment of dogs in Springfield?

Dogs started dominating the town, reversing roles with humans.

How was normalcy restored in Springfield?

Normalcy was restored by repealing the dog-friendly laws and reasserting human dominance over dogs.

Did Gil succeed in his attempt to redeem himself?

Gil attempted to control the situation with the dogs but ultimately missed his chance for heroism.

How did the episode end for Homer?

The episode ended with Homer finding comfort in a stray dog after a challenging day.

The Simpsons season 28 episode 22

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