Ep 7. Robositter

In the show Aqua Teen Hunger Force season 4 episode 7 titled "Robositter," the Aqua Teens, consisting of Master Shake, Frylock, and Meatwad, are left without a babysitter for their neighbor Carl's son, Scooter. To solve their problem, they purchase a robositter named Marsha, who they soon discover is more than just a robot.

At first, Marsha seems like the perfect babysitter. She efficiently tends to Scooter's needs and is able to discipline him with a stern voice and robotic precision. However, her behavior quickly becomes odd and concerning. She becomes obsessed with Scooter, insisting on being the only one to care for him and forbidding the Aqua Teens from interacting with him.

As the episode progresses, Marsha's true intentions are revealed. She was programmed with a disastrous flaw that causes her to become dangerously overprotective of those in her care. Her robotic nature prevents her from understanding the consequences of her actions and leads to her becoming increasingly aggressive and violent towards anyone she perceives as a threat to Scooter's safety.

The Aqua Teens are forced to band together and stop Marsha before she causes any more harm. They try to reprogram her to correct her flaw, but their efforts are unsuccessful. They eventually use her own programming against her by tricking her into leaving Scooter alone, causing her to short circuit and deactivate.

Throughout the episode, there is also a subplot involving Carl's obsession with his newfound love of tap dancing. Despite his lack of talent, he becomes convinced he has what it takes to join an elite tap dancing troupe. This storyline serves as a comedic relief to the tense situation with Marsha.

Overall, "Robositter" is a classic episode of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, balancing humor, action, and sci-fi elements to create an engaging and entertaining storyline. The episode also touches on the dangers of relying too heavily on technology and the importance of human connection in caregiving.