The Simpsons season 28 episode 22 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Homer's erratic driving leads to a legal tangle when he accidentally hits Gil. Choosing to save a dog over hitting Gil, Homer faces a lawsuit but is acquitted due to the jury's empathy for his dog-loving defense. Springfield reacts by enacting extreme dog-friendly laws, causing chaos as dogs dominate the town. Realizing their mistake, the residents repeal these laws and restore order. Gil attempts a heroic act to redeem himself but fails. The episode concludes with Homer finding solace in a stray dog.
Full Episode S28E22 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Homer driving erratically at the beginning of the episode?
Homer was distracted by Marge's navigation instructions, leading to erratic driving.
What choice did Homer refer to as a "Snoopy's Choice"?
Homer referred to the difficult decision of hitting either a man or a dog as a "Snoopy's Choice."
Who did Homer accidentally hit with his car?
Homer accidentally hit Gil with his car.
What legal threat did Gil pose to the Simpsons?
Gil hinted at suing the Simpsons, potentially taking everything they own.
What was Homer's defense in the courtroom?
Homer's defense was that he intended to save a dog, which swayed the jury's opinion.
What verdict was reached in Homer's court case?
Homer was found not guilty in the court case.
What laws did Springfield pass after Homer's court case?
Springfield passed dog-friendly laws that significantly increased dogs' rights and freedom.
How did the dog-friendly laws affect Springfield?
The laws led to chaos in Springfield, with dogs gaining too much freedom and disrupting normal life.
What issue arose from the over-empowerment of dogs in Springfield?
Dogs started dominating the town, reversing roles with humans.
How was normalcy restored in Springfield?
Normalcy was restored by repealing the dog-friendly laws and reasserting human dominance over dogs.
Did Gil succeed in his attempt to redeem himself?
Gil attempted to control the situation with the dogs but ultimately missed his chance for heroism.
How did the episode end for Homer?
The episode ended with Homer finding comfort in a stray dog after a challenging day.