Futurama season 4 episode 11 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Fry stands trial for visiting the forbidden planet Omega 3, where the last remnants of the banned Star Trek series are kept. He recounts their adventure, revealing their encounter with Melllvar, a superfan energy being who has trapped the original Star Trek cast, providing them eternal youth. Melllvar forces Fry and the crew into Star Trek-themed activities, including a battle to the death. They eventually convince Melllvar to let them go, emphasizing the importance of not letting fandom consume one's life.
Full Episode S04E11 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Philip J. Fry on trial?
Fry was on trial for traveling to the forbidden planet Omega 3, a crime with 12 concurrent death sentences.
What was the forbidden planet Omega 3 known for?
Omega 3 was the dumping ground for the last copies of the Star Trek episodes and movies after they were banned.
Why was Star Trek banned?
Star Trek was banned because its fandom evolved into a powerful religious movement, threatening world leaders.
Who is Melllvar?
Melllvar is an energy being and a superfan of Star Trek who has encyclopedic knowledge of the show.
What did Melllvar do to the Star Trek cast?
Melllvar trapped the original Star Trek cast on Omega 3, providing them with eternal youth and other comforts.
How did Fry and his crew encounter the Star Trek cast?
Fry and his crew crash-landed on Omega 3 while seeking the forbidden Star Trek tapes.
What was Melllvar's plan for Fry and the Star Trek cast?
Melllvar forced Fry and the Star Trek cast to participate in various Star Trek-themed activities, including a battle to the death.
How did Fry and the others escape Melllvar's control?
Fry and the others escaped by working together and confronting Melllvar about his obsession with Star Trek.
What realization did Melllvar come to at the end?
Melllvar realized that he couldn't let a TV show be his entire life and considered moving on, possibly getting a temp job.
What did Fry say to Melllvar to convince him to let them go?
Fry told Melllvar that he could do anything he wanted and shouldn't let a TV show control his life, citing the example of Walter Koenig.
Who interrupted Melllvar during the battle to the death?
Melllvar's mother interrupted, calling him for dinner and revealing he was living in his parents' basement.
What did the Star Trek cast and Fry's crew do to escape?
They combined their resources - one ship's engines and the other's life-support systems - to escape Omega 3.
How did Melllvar react to the escape attempt?
Melllvar initially tried to stop them using his powers but eventually let them go after realizing the importance of moving on.
What was the significance of Melllvar's spaceship?
Melllvar's spaceship was a collectible item, kept in mint condition until the escape attempt.
What was the overall message of the episode?
The episode highlighted the dangers of extreme fandom and the importance of a balanced life beyond obsessive interests.
