Ep 2. The Life Aquatic with Steve Smith

The Life Aquatic with Steve Smith is the second episode of the eleventh season of the American Dad cartoon series, created by Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barker, and Matt Weitzman. The episode features the life of Steve, the Smith family's middle child, and his love for aquariums and fish.

The plot follows Steve as he becomes obsessed with his new fish tank, filled with exotic fish from around the world. His obsession starts to affect his daily routine, and he neglects his schoolwork and family responsibilities. When his grades start to drop, his parents try to intervene and force him to give up the fish tank, but Steve refuses. He believes that he has finally found his true calling and that the fish are his friends.

Meanwhile, Roger, the family's extraterrestrial houseguest, starts his own business as a fish tank cleaner. He makes a commercial and flyers featuring himself as a sexy mermaid, which unwittingly attracts the attention of Klaus, the German-accented fish who resides in the Smiths' other fish tank. Klaus becomes enamored with Roger and begins to act in a more human-like manner as he attempts to woo him.

As the episode progresses, the two storylines converge as Klaus realizes that Steve's fish tank contains the love of his life, a female fish named Aurora. Klaus develops a plan to sneak into Steve's room and steal Aurora for himself, but he gets caught in the act by Steve. The two engage in a heated argument over the ownership of Aurora, which eventually leads to a physical altercation.

Ultimately, the episode resolves in a heartwarming manner as the characters come to understand their flaws and affirm their true desires. Steve comes to terms with the fact that he cannot neglect his responsibilities, but also recognizes his passion for fish as a genuine interest. Klaus learns to let go of his obsession with Aurora and begins to appreciate the other fish in the tank. Roger also discovers his true calling as a performer and a business owner, getting over his jealousy of Klaus's mermaid commercial.

The episode is a fun and lighthearted take on the importance of pursuing one's passions while still respecting the boundaries and responsibilities of everyday life. With its signature animated style, witty humor, and offbeat characters, The Life Aquatic with Steve Smith is a great addition to the American Dad series and a must-watch for fans of the show.