The Simpsons season 21 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

At an aquatic park, Marge is enthusiastic about taking photos, but accidentally erases them all. Bart plans mischief in the lost and found. The Simpsons attend a show featuring Slimu, an octopus, igniting Grampa's reminiscences of war and encounters with Clark Gable. Meanwhile, Bart loses Larry the Lamb, a school project, sparking a desperate search. Grampa's intriguing stories gain media attention, leading to Homer's jealousy and a near-miss incident orchestrated by a journalist. The episode culminates with Homer saving Grampa, fostering

Full Episode S21E09 Recap

### Scene 1: The Aquatic Park - Marge is excited about visiting the aquatic park, enjoying the ample parking. - She fills her camera with various photos in the parking lot, including a license plate from Canada and a bird eating potato chips. - Marge accidentally erases all her photos. ### Scene 2: Lost and Found Adventures - The Simpsons family explores the park. - Bart plans to take items from the lost and found. ### Scene 3: The Rock-quatic Roll-tacular Show - The family rushes to get seats in the splash zone for the show. - Grampa shares a story from his past, but the family is more interested in the show. ### Scene 4: Slimu, the Performing Mollusk - The show features Slimu, a performing octopus. - A joke is made about Slimu being a potential presidential candidate. - Grampa feels overshadowed by the attention given to Slimu. ### Scene 5: Grampa's War Story - A woman sits next to Grampa, interested in his stories. - Grampa recounts a World War II story about riding sharks to escape a torpedo. ### Scene 6: Larry the Lamb School Project - At school, Bart is chosen to take home Larry the Lamb for the weekend. - Bart is unenthusiastic about the responsibility. ### Scene 7: Grampa Becomes a Newspaper Sensation - Grampa's stories are published in the newspaper, intriguing Homer. - Grampa shares another story, this time about Clark Gable and "Gone with the Wind." ### Scene 8: Bart Loses Larry the Lamb - Lisa is concerned when Bart loses Larry the Lamb. - Bart faces threats from Nelson about losing the lamb. ### Scene 9: Grampa's Rising Fame - Grampa gains more attention for his stories. - Homer becomes jealous of Grampa's new "son," a journalist interested in his tales. ### Scene 10: Bart's Quest to Find Larry - Bart searches desperately for Larry the Lamb. - He encounters various challenges, including sewer cats. ### Scene 11: Grampa's Close Call - Homer suspects the journalist might harm Grampa for a story. - Homer saves Grampa from a potential attack. ### Scene 12: Resolution and Storytelling - Homer expresses his newfound appreciation for Grampa. - The episode concludes with Homer sharing his own exaggerated story.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main setting of this episode?

The main setting is an aquatic park.

Why is Marge excited at the beginning of the episode?

Marge is excited about visiting the aquatic park and its ample parking.

What does Bart plan to do at the aquatic park?

Bart plans to take items from the lost and found.

What show does the family rush to see at the park?

They rush to see the Rock-quatic Roll-tacular show.

Who is Slimu?

Slimu is a performing octopus featured in the show.

What war story does Grampa share?

Grampa shares a story about riding sharks during World War II.

What school project is Bart involved in?

Bart is chosen to take home Larry the Lamb for the weekend.

How does Grampa become a newspaper sensation?

Grampa's war stories are published in a newspaper, gaining public interest.

What problem does Bart face regarding Larry the Lamb?

Bart loses Larry the Lamb and faces threats from Nelson.

How does Homer react to Grampa's rising fame?

Homer becomes jealous of the attention Grampa receives from a journalist.

How does the episode end?

The episode ends with Homer saving Grampa and then sharing his own exaggerated story.

Who does Grampa recount meeting in one of his stories?

Grampa recounts meeting Clark Gable.

What book is mentioned in Grampa's story?

"Gone with the Wind" is mentioned in Grampa's story about Clark Gable.

What is the tone of Homer's story at the end?

Homer's story is exaggerated and humorous.

What lesson does the episode convey?

The episode conveys a lesson about appreciating family stories and history.

The Simpsons season 21 episode 9

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