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The Simpsons - S21E17 - American History X-cellent
 

The Simpsons season 21 episode 17

American History X-cellent

 
When the police are called to diffuse a rowdy crowd at Mr. Burns' estate, one of the officers recognizes priceless stolen paintings on the walls, and the maniacal billionaire is taken downtown for questioning. With Mr. Burns gone, Smithers takes charge of the power plant. But when employees take advantage of his good nature, he exacts revenge by forcing the employees to work night and day. These unfair working conditions prompt Homer and his crew to devise a plan to bust out Mr. Burns.
 
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The Simpsons / S21E17 : American History X-cellent
Season 21, Episode 17 | Aired on April 11, 2010 | TV-PG | 25 min. | FOX
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The Simpsons season 21 episode 17 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

C. Montgomery Burns is arrested for art theft, sparking a rebellion among his power plant workers. They demand better working conditions and throw a secret party with Burns' expensive wine. Smithers, taking charge, tries to create a more employee-friendly environment but ends up disillusioned by the workers' insincerity. Meanwhile, Bart and Lisa's sibling rivalry intensifies over an ant farm. Burns claims to reform in prison, but upon being broken out by the workers, who miss his leadership, he quickly returns to his old ways and reclaims control of the plant.

Full Episode S21E17 Recap

### Burns' Arrest and the Plant Workers' Rebellion - **Scene at Burns' Mansion**: C. Montgomery Burns is arrested, reflecting on the events leading to his capture. - **Employee of the Month**: Roger Ducette posthumously awarded, highlighting the plant's harsh working conditions. - **Fourth of July Picnic Announcement**: Burns announces a mandatory, unpaid picnic for employees, causing frustration. ### The Picnic and the Revolt - **Burns' Demands at the Picnic**: He demands extravagant food and a musical performance from the workers. - **Workers' Secret Party**: The employees, led by Homer, retaliate by throwing a party with Burns' expensive wine. ### Discovering Stolen Art - **Theft Uncovered**: Police discover a stolen painting, "The Concert" by Vermeer, in Burns' collection. - **Burns' Arrest**: He is arrested for art theft, leading to public ridicule. ### Life in Prison - **Burns in Prison**: Adapting to prison life, Burns is paired with a white-collar criminal from Dartmouth. - **Smithers Takes Charge**: Smithers becomes the interim head of the power plant, promising a more employee-friendly environment. ### Smithers' New Management - **Improved Working Conditions**: Smithers introduces better work conditions, earning the employees' trust. - **Betrayal and Disillusionment**: Smithers feels betrayed by employees' insincerity and harsh comments. ### Bart and Lisa's Ant Farm - **Sibling Rivalry**: Bart and Lisa's relationship strains over an ant farm project, leading to the death of their ants. ### Burns' Rehabilitation and Escape - **Burns' Transformation**: He joins prison activities and claims to be reformed. - **Escape Plan**: The plant workers, missing Burns' leadership, plot his escape. - **Burns Rejects Rehabilitation**: Once freed, Burns returns to his old ways, dismissing his brief reformation. ### Conclusion: Burns Returns to Power - **Burns Reclaims His Position**: Dismissing Smithers' changes, Burns retakes control of the power plant. - **Final Reflections**: Burns acknowledges the fleeting nature of his transformation, ending the tale where it began.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was C. Montgomery Burns arrested?

Burns was arrested for the theft of "The Concert" by Vermeer, a painting he had stolen from a museum.

How did the plant workers react to Burns' Fourth of July picnic announcement?

The workers were frustrated by Burns' announcement of a mandatory, unpaid picnic where they had to perform.

What did the workers do in retaliation at Burns' mansion?

In retaliation, the workers threw a secret party using Burns' expensive wine.

Who was declared the Employee of the Month at the power plant?

Roger Ducette, who died from complications related to union organizing, was posthumously declared Employee of the Month.

What role did Smithers play while Burns was in prison?

Smithers took charge of the power plant, implementing more employee-friendly policies.

How did Smithers' management style differ from Burns'?

Smithers' management was more lenient and focused on employee welfare, unlike Burns' strict and demanding approach.

What happened to Bart and Lisa's ant farm?

Bart and Lisa's ant farm project led to conflict and the eventual death of their ants.

How did Burns claim to have changed in prison?

Burns claimed to have reformed, participating in prison activities and joining a prison choir.

What was the reaction of the plant workers to Smithers' management?

Initially happy, the workers eventually mocked Smithers for his kindness and perceived weakness.

Why did the plant workers plot to break Burns out of prison?

They missed Burns' leadership and preferred his management style over Smithers'.

Did Burns maintain his reformed behavior after leaving prison?

No, Burns quickly returned to his old ways, dismissing his brief period of reformation.

How did Burns regain control of the power plant?

After escaping from prison, Burns dismissed Smithers' changes and reclaimed his position of power.

What led to Burns being publicly ridiculed?

Burns was ridiculed for his art theft and extravagant lifestyle after his arrest.

What was the relationship between Bart and Lisa like in this episode?

Bart and Lisa's relationship was strained, particularly over the management of their ant farm.

How did Burns feel about his time in prison?

Burns initially adapted to prison life but ultimately felt it was a prison to him and longed for his previous life.

 
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