The Simpsons season 32 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In a magic shop, Bart seeks a gift for Lisa while a quirky magician reads their tarot cards, predicting Homer will quit drinking and Bart will improve as a person. For Lisa, a troubled future with Marge is foreseen, linked to college decisions. Overwhelmed by expectations, Lisa reconsiders the value of college and chooses not to attend, causing a rift with Marge. She starts a successful after-school program and eventually becomes President, but her relationship with Marge remains strained until a heartfelt reconciliation.

Full Episode S32E20 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Simpsons Visit a Magic Shop - The Simpsons family enters a magic shop, with Bart seeking a magic set for Lisa's birthday. - The shopkeeper, a quirky magician, jokes about fixing iPhones and his family life. - He demonstrates a magic trick involving Homer's underwear, leading to a comical struggle. ### Tarot Card Reading - The shopkeeper reads tarot cards for Homer and Bart, predicting Homer will stop drinking and Bart will become a fine person. - For Lisa, the cards foresee trouble with Marge, linked to Lisa's future college decisions. ### Lisa's College Decision - It's the day Lisa learns about her college acceptances. - Bart expresses disinterest in college, having found a different path. - The family eagerly anticipates Lisa's choice, with Grampa pinning hopes on her. - Lisa is overwhelmed by the expectations and reconsiders the value of college. ### Lisa's Promposal and Reflection - A promposal for Lisa goes awry. - Lisa reflects on missed childhood experiences due to her academic focus. - She feels uncertain and unfulfilled, despite her academic success. ### The College Announcement - The family gathers for Lisa's college announcement. - To everyone's shock, Lisa decides not to go to college, causing a rift with Marge. ### Lisa's New Path - Lisa starts an after-school program, focusing on children who need support. - Her program becomes a success, leading her to a career in education and politics. - Lisa eventually becomes President, but her relationship with Marge remains strained. ### Future Predictions and Reconciliation - The magician predicts Lisa's chances of various life events, including college and relationships. - Lisa and Marge use a translator to express their true feelings, leading to a reconciliation. ### Conclusion - The episode concludes with the family discussing the accuracy and implications of the tarot readings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What item does Bart want to buy for Lisa's birthday?

A magic set.

Why does the magician in the shop mention fixing iPhones?

It's part of his humorous introduction, showing his versatility.

What prediction is made for Homer in the tarot card reading?

Homer will stop drinking.

What future is foreseen for Bart in the tarot card reading?

Bart will become a fine person.

What issue is predicted between Lisa and Marge?

Years of trouble linked to Lisa's college decision.

How does Lisa feel about college on the day of her acceptance?

Overwhelmed and reconsidering its value.

What triggers Lisa's doubt about the value of college?

The pressure and expectations from her family and the realization of missed childhood experiences.

What decision does Lisa announce regarding college?

She decides not to attend college.

What initiative does Lisa start after deciding against college?

An after-school program for children who need extra support.

What career path does Lisa pursue after starting the after-school program?

A career in education and politics, eventually becoming President.

How does Lisa's relationship with Marge evolve?

It becomes strained due to Lisa's decision, but they eventually reconcile.

What are the predicted chances of Lisa going to college according to the magician?

98% chance of going to college, 83% Ivy League.

Does the episode end with Lisa and Marge reconciling?

Yes, they reconcile using a translator to express their true feelings.

What career does Bart pursue?

He becomes a CEO of a pot company and owner of three NBA teams.

Does Lisa become President in the future?

Yes, Lisa becomes President.

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