The Young Ones
Automatically track what you’re watching
Join a community with a new generation of fans
Join the community
Please enter all the fields
Please enter a correct Email
Yahoo emails are not allowed
This Email is already registered in Simkl
Name too short
Password is too short
You can choose a password length of not more than 50 characters. Do not forget to switch keyboard layout to the English. Do not choose a password too simple, less then 4 characters, because such a password is easy to find out. Allowed latin and !@#$%^&*()_-+=., characters
Create Free Account
Already have an account?  Enter  
Back
Welcome back!
Please enter all the fields
Incorrect login or password entered
Sign In
Forgot your password?
Don’t have an account?  Create Account  
Back
Forgot your password?
Please enter your Email
This Email is not registered in Simkl
Failed to send email, try again later
Don't worry. It's easy to reset.

Please enter your Simkl username or E-mail from your account to start the password recovery process.
Reset Password
We have sent instructions to the email address you provided during signup. Please follow the link from the email to continue.
Back

TOP

JOIN SIMKL
The Young Ones - Ep. 4 - Bomb
 

Watch The Young Ones episode 4 Online

Bomb

 
The students wonder what to do when an unexploded bomb lands in their house. Mike sees an opportunity to make money, Rick wants to use it as a blackmail tool and Vyvyan tries to detonate it, but Neil's just worried about surviving the inevitable blast.
 
Episode found on:
 
AD
 
Try 1 month of Paramount+ FREE. Thousands of episodes, live TV & exclusive originals–all in one place! »
AD
 
Stream the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and new movies now. Sign Up Now! »
 
 
 
 
The Young Ones / Ep. 4 : Bomb
Episode 4 | Aired on November 30, 1982 | TV-14 | 35 min. | BBC Two
Mark as watched
 
 
 
EPISODES
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Young Ones - Episode 1 - Demolition
    Episode 1
    Demolition
  • The Young Ones - Episode 2 - Oil
    Episode 2
    Oil
  • The Young Ones - Episode 3 - Boring
    Episode 3
    Boring
  • The Young Ones - Episode 4 - Bomb
    Episode 4
    Bomb
  • The Young Ones - Episode 5 - Interesting
    Episode 5
    Interesting
  • The Young Ones - Episode 6 - Flood
    Episode 6
    Flood

The Young Ones episode 4 Recap and FAQ

icon

Episode Summary

In a chaotic episode, the housemates' day starts in the afternoon with complaints about pollution and personal hygiene mishaps. Discovering an atom bomb in their fridge, their absurd attempts to deal with it range from trying to watch TV for advice, eating the bomb, to anarchic plans of blackmailing the government. Their efforts are met with incompetence and satire, culminating in a series of futile attempts to avoid detection by a TV license inspector and to dispose of the bomb, highlighting themes of youthful disillusionment and the absurdity of their anarchic ideals.

Full Episode S00E04 Recap

### Alarm Clock Philosophy and Morning Chaos - Rick awakens to a philosophical monologue about pollution, interrupted by his alarm clock. - Discovering it's already 2 PM, Rick wakes up his housemates, leading to a chaotic morning in their shared house. ### Bathroom Squabbles and Breakfast Havoc - Vyvyan is accused of using Rick's deodorant, leading to a series of insults among the housemates. - The quest for tea and breakfast turns disastrous with a suicidal kettle, a breakdown over raw tea, and a mess involving lentils and semolina. ### The Atom Bomb Dilemma - The discovery of an atom bomb in the fridge sparks panic and a series of ridiculous solutions, including Mike's suggestion to watch TV for information. - Attempts to dispose of the TV to avoid detection by the TV license inspector lead to further chaos and the eventual ingestion of the bomb by Vyvyan. ### Government Response and Anarchist Plans - The housemates' anarchic response to the bomb and the TV license inspector, including Rick's decision to blackmail the government and Neil's despair over their impending doom. - Reggie Balowski, an arms dealer, visits but offers no help, leading to a failed attempt at political activism through a poorly planned blackmail of Prime Minister Thatcher. ### Culmination of Chaos - The episode culminates in a chaotic scramble to address the bomb threat, involving desperate calls to international leaders and a bizarre plan involving Dexys Midnight Runners. - The housemates' plans unravel as they fail to gain any serious attention, leading to a final, frantic attempt to protect themselves from the bomb's detonation. ### Reflections on Anarchy and Survival - Throughout the episode, themes of anarchy, incompetence, and youthful disillusionment are explored through the housemates' absurd reactions to everyday problems and the surreal presence of an atom bomb in their fridge. - The episode satirizes political activism, governmental bureaucracy, and the futility of resistance in the face of societal and existential threats, all while maintaining a comedic and irreverent tone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes Rick to wake up in the afternoon?

Rick wakes up in the afternoon due to his alarm clock going off at 2 PM, realizing they've missed half the day.

Why does Vyvyan use Rick's deodorant?

Vyvyan uses Rick's deodorant to give a hamster, which he found to be getting whiffy, a "going-over."

What leads to the kettle's breakdown?

The kettle appears to commit "suicide" rather than be used by Neil, leading to a breakdown and the inability to make proper tea.

How do the housemates discover the atom bomb?

The atom bomb is discovered in front of the fridge, preventing Vyvyan from getting milk and leading to a series of panicked reactions.

What is the housemates' initial reaction to the atom bomb?

The initial reaction to the atom bomb is panic and a series of ludicrous suggestions to deal with the bomb, including watching TV for information and attempting to dispose of their TV to avoid a visit from the TV license inspector.

How do they attempt to get rid of the TV?

In an attempt to avoid detection by the TV license inspector, they consider several absurd ideas, including disguising the TV, before Vyvyan decides to eat the bomb thinking it was the TV.

What is Rick's plan to deal with the bomb?

Rick's plan involves blackmailing Prime Minister Thatcher by threatening to blow up the bomb if she doesn't address their demands, which include abolishing poverty and capitalism.

How does the visit from Reggie Balowski turn out?

Reggie Balowski, an arms dealer, visits but dismisses the bomb as not valuable, leading to no resolution and a missed opportunity for the housemates to rid themselves of the bomb.

What is the final resolution to the bomb threat?

The episode ends without a clear resolution to the bomb threat, as the housemates' chaotic and incompetent attempts to deal with the situation lead nowhere, emphasizing the futility and absurdity of their actions.

How does the episode satirize political activism and government bureaucracy?

The episode satirizes political activism and government bureaucracy through the housemates' inept and farcical attempts to deal with the bomb, highlighting their lack of understanding and the ineffectiveness of their actions.

 
Reactions
 
ABOUT #THEYOUNGONES Ep. 4 Newest Oldest Top Replies Top comments Top Memos Most Helpful Most Likes
Add Comment
 
Topic
 
Photo, Meme or GIF
 
Video
 
  ?
Drop image files here or click to upload
max 10MB photo or 2MB GIF
 
Add photo or GIF from web

How to add photo or GIF from web:

You can paste URL of the image inside your comment and it will be automatically converted into the image when reading the comment.
 
Find a GIF
 
Create a Meme

How to add a video:

To add a video paste video url directly into your comment. Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7L2PVdrb_8.
Do not post links to copyrighted video content (TV Episodes, Movies). Share them privately if needed.
English only please.  Home rules.
 
POST COMMENT
 
 
What do you think?
 
0
Upvote
0
Funny
0
Love
0
Surprised
0
Angry
0
Sad
 
Share this page with your friends and followers:
Get VIP
Become a Pro or a VIP member
and unlock premium perks
Become beta tester
Get access to the next version of Simkl V2
Apps
Simkl has apps for Android, iOS, Chrome,
Windows, Kodi, Plex and more!

Simkl automatically tracks what you’re watching, tells you how many episodes you’ve missed, recommends what to watch next based on your watch history, and connects you to what your friends are into.

The best way to keep track of your favorite TV shows!

Get alerted when new episodes of your favorite TV shows air!

Get personalized recommendations on what to watch!

125,149 TV Shows
13,472 Anime
877,673 Movies
3,299,355 Members
COMMUNITY
Simkl is nothing without you
Give feedback on Discord or Twitter, improve your Simkl skills through tutorials.
IMDB
Tutorials
Explore our tutorials to enhance your understanding of how to keep track of your watch history on Simkl.
What is Simkl?
Twitter
Twitter
Stay updated with Simkl on Twitter for the latest product developments and other interesting news about TV Shows and Movies.
Follow @Simkl
Discord
Discord
Chat with the Simkl team and fellow Simkl members. The ultimate community experience.
Join our Discord
Start tracking what you watch
Sign Up with Google
Sign Up with Email
MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC & UA
© 2024. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.