The Simpsons season 15 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Treehouse of Horror XIV," Homer becomes the new Grim Reaper after accidentally killing Death, leading to comical yet chaotic events. Professor Frink wins the Nobel Prize but faces turmoil when his reanimated father goes on a rampage, only to reconcile at the award ceremony. Meanwhile, Bart and Milhouse find a stopwatch that stops time, using it for pranks until it breaks, freezing time. After years of learning watch repair, they manage to fix it, restoring normalcy.
Full Episode S15E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Homer do when Death comes for Bart?
Homer kills Death with a bowling ball.
How does Homer become the new Grim Reaper?
After killing Death, Homer reluctantly takes on the role.
What prize does Professor Frink win in the episode?
Professor Frink wins the Nobel Prize.
How does Frink's father become reanimated?
Frink uses his invention to bring his deceased father back to life.
What problem arises after Frink reanimates his father?
Frink's father goes on a violent rampage.
How is the situation with Frink's father resolved?
The situation is resolved at the Nobel Prize ceremony where they reconcile.
What magical item do Bart and Milhouse find?
They find a stopwatch that can stop time.
What do Bart and Milhouse do with the stopwatch?
They use it to play pranks and freeze time.
What happens when the stopwatch breaks?
Time freezes, and everything is stuck.
How do Bart and Milhouse fix the frozen time situation?
They spend years learning watch repair to fix the stopwatch.
What is the main theme of "Reaper Madness"?
The main theme is Homer dealing with the responsibilities of being Death.
What is the main theme of "Frinkenstein"?
The main theme is Frink's struggle with his reanimated father and their relationship.
What is the main theme of "Stop the World I Want to Goof Off"?
The theme revolves around the consequences of having too much power and the desire for normalcy.
How does the episode mix humor with emotional moments?
The episode balances absurd situations with character's emotional journeys.
Does the episode have a happy ending?
Yes, each segment concludes with a resolution, leading to a generally happy ending.
