The Simpsons season 12 episode 15 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Homer and the family visit Blockoland, but the kids are unenthusiastic. Inspired by a minor victory at the park, Homer embarks on a quest to right small wrongs. His journey leads him to uncover a secret plan to relocate the Springfield Isotopes baseball team to Albuquerque. Determined to expose the truth, Homer starts a hunger strike, mistakenly celebrated by fans as a show of team spirit. His perseverance finally reveals the relocation plan, keeping the team in Springfield, and he triumphantly ends his strike.

Full Episode S12E15 Recap

### Opening Chorus Scene - The iconic theme of "The Simpsons" plays with visual gags: Bell ringing, whistle blowing, beeping, and tires screeching. - Homer says "D'oh!" and the family expresses various emotions: screaming, grunting, shouting, and excitement. ### Blockoland Adventure - A TV ad for Blockoland, a park made of blocks, excites everyone except the Simpson kids who respond with indifference. - The family, except for a reluctant Maggie, heads to Blockoland. - At Blockoland, they explore different areas like Rectangle Land, Cube Country, and Squaresville. - The family engages in block-related activities, but Lisa's Eiffel Tower kit is missing a piece, leading to a visit to the gift shop. ### Homer's Crusade for Justice - Homer confronts the gift shop clerk about Lisa's incomplete kit and secures the missing piece. - Inspired, Homer decides to help others with their problems, including resolving Bart's issue with a school dance and Marge's coupon problem at a hair salon. ### Homer Discovers the Isotopes' Secret - Homer stumbles upon a secret indicating the Springfield Isotopes baseball team is moving to Albuquerque. - He tries to expose this but is discredited by the Duff Corporation, owners of the team. - Homer starts a hunger strike to protest against the team's relocation. ### Homer's Hunger Strike - Homer's strike attracts attention but is misunderstood as mere fandom, leading to him being labeled "Hungry Hungry Homer." - Despite his deteriorating condition, Homer's message is not taken seriously. - The spirit of Cesar Chavez (who looks like Cesar Romero to Homer) encourages him not to give up. ### The Truth Revealed - Homer nearly ends his strike with a special hot dog but discovers its southwestern ingredients, proving the team's move to Albuquerque. - The crowd turns against the Duff Corporation, forcing them to admit the truth. - Homer's determination saves the team from relocation, and he ends his hunger strike triumphantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blockoland?

An amusement park made entirely of Blocko brand assembly fun blocks.

How do the Simpson children feel about going to Blockoland?

Indifferent, responding with "Meh."

What problem does Homer resolve at Blockoland?

He gets a missing piece for Lisa's Eiffel Tower kit from the gift shop.

What inspires Homer to help others with their problems?

The satisfaction he feels from resolving the issue with Lisa's Eiffel Tower kit.

What secret about the Springfield Isotopes does Homer discover?

They are planning to move to Albuquerque.

How does Homer try to expose the Isotopes' secret?

By going on a hunger strike.

Why is Homer's hunger strike misunderstood?

People think he's just a super fan of the Isotopes, not protesting their relocation.

Who encourages Homer to continue his hunger strike?

The spirit of Cesar Chavez.

How does Homer prove the Isotopes' planned move to Albuquerque?

By identifying southwestern ingredients in a special hot dog.

What is the outcome of Homer's hunger strike?

The Duff Corporation admits the truth, and the Isotopes stay in Springfield.

The Simpsons season 12 episode 15

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