The Simpsons season 13 episode 20 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Lisa struggles with gymnastics, leading to a private coach who drastically improves her skills. Mistakenly befriending college gymnasts, she relishes in the intellectual company, hiding her young age. Concurrently, Bart contracts a virus from a mosquito bite and lives in a popularity-boosting bubble. Lisa's double life is exposed, alienating her from both schoolmates and college friends. Redeeming herself with a prank on Principal Skinner, she regains her schoolmates' acceptance, while Bart enjoys post-bubble life.
Full Episode S13E20 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Lisa start taking gymnastics classes?
Lisa starts gymnastics classes as part of her school curriculum but struggles with the sport.
Who is Brunella?
Brunella is Lisa's strict gymnastics coach who is disappointed with Lisa's performance.
What is Principal Skinner's concern about Lisa failing gymnastics?
Skinner is concerned that Lisa's failure in gymnastics could affect the school's accreditation.
Who is Lugash?
Lugash is the tough private coach hired to improve Lisa's gymnastics skills.
Why does Lisa start hanging out with college gymnasts?
Lisa starts hanging out with college gymnasts because she mistakes them for her intellectual equals and hides her true age.
What happens to Bart in the episode?
Bart gets bitten by a mosquito, contracts panda virus, and has to live in a bubble for a week.
How does Bart's life change in the bubble?
Bart becomes more popular at school due to the novelty of the bubble.
How is Lisa's true age revealed to her college friends?
Lisa's true age is revealed when Homer and Bart expose her during a college class.
What advice does Bart give Lisa to win back her schoolmates?
Bart advises Lisa to win back her schoolmates by playing a prank on Principal Skinner.
What happens during the assembly for Principal Skinner?
During the assembly, Lisa successfully pranks Skinner, regaining her popularity among her school peers.
What is the panda virus?
The panda virus is a fictional illness Bart contracts from a mosquito bite, requiring him to live in a bubble.
How does Lisa feel after her secret is revealed?
Lisa feels isolated and shunned by both her college friends and schoolmates.
How does the episode end for Bart?
The episode ends with Bart enjoying being out of the bubble and embracing normal life again.
How does the episode end for Lisa?
The episode ends with Lisa being celebrated by her school peers and reflecting on her experiences.
What lesson does Lisa learn from her experiences?
Lisa learns about the challenges and consequences of leading a double life and the importance of being true to her age and identity.
