The Simpsons season 32 episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Monty Burns, feeling unliked, discovers the joy of hamburgers but faces a health scare due to overindulgence. His assistant Smithers introduces a healthier, meatless burger made from exotic plants. Burns launches X-Cell-Ent Burger, aiming to become beloved posthumously through this health-conscious endeavor. Homer Simpson becomes the brand's spokesperson, but the Simpsons kids uncover that the burgers use endangered Amazon rainforest plants. Homer, conflicted, subtly reveals this truth during a public Q&A, leading to the brand's downfall. Burns, unfazed, happily returns to his old, evil ways.
Full Episode S32E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Monty Burns have for breakfast?
One raisin, ironed and smoothed, with one molecule of sugar.
What intrigues Burns about hamburgers?
Their simple yet satisfying composition.
How does Burns' health react to eating hamburgers?
He rapidly gains weight and experiences a health scare.
What is the meatless burger made from?
Exotic plants.
How is the meatless burger initially received at the sneak preview?
A critical customer is impressed by its taste and environmental benefits.
What is Burns' ambition after launching the meatless burger?
To become beloved after death by improving people's health and longevity.
Who becomes the spokesperson for X-Cell-Ent Burger?
Homer Simpson.
What is Homer limited to in his spokesperson contract?
Specific catchphrases about the product.
What discovery do Lisa and Bart make about the burgers?
They use endangered plants from the Amazon rainforest.
How does Homer reveal the truth about the burgers?
He uses approved phrases during a Q&A to subtly disclose their negative impact.
What is the public reaction to Homer's revelation?
There is a backlash leading to the downfall of X-Cell-Ent Burger.
How does Burns react to the failure of X-Cell-Ent Burger?
He returns to his evil ways, content with abandoning morality.