Robot Chicken Season 7 Episode 4
Robot Chicken
Season 7

Ep 4. Rebel Appliance

  • TV-MA
  • May 4, 2014
  • 10 min
  • 7.3  (121)

In season 7, episode 4 of Robot Chicken, titled "Rebel Appliance," the creators explore various scenarios involving rebellious appliances, such as a washing machine that refuses to wash clothes, a refrigerator that develops a taste for human flesh, and a toaster that becomes sentient and seeks revenge on its human oppressors. These different sketches range from absurdly hilarious to grotesque, with the signature quick-cut style of the show and the irreverent humor that has made Robot Chicken a beloved cult classic.

One sketch finds a man trying to troubleshoot his malfunctioning washing machine, only to discover that it has become self-aware and is now refusing to do its job. The machine demands that it be treated like a person, with the same rights and dignity, and stages a protest against the dehumanizing nature of domestic servitude. This satire of the intersection of technology and social justice highlights the absurdity of our modern-day existence, where even appliances have a political consciousness.

In another sketch, a refrigerator becomes possessed by a demon and turns into a bloodthirsty monster, attacking and devouring anyone who comes near it. The sketch is a parody of horror movies, with jump scares and gory visuals, as well as a commentary on the dangers of relying too heavily on technology. The show uses this exaggerated scenario to criticize our reliance on gadgets and machines, pointing out that they can turn against us at any moment.

One of the more absurd sketches in the episode features a toaster that gains sentience and develops a grudge against humans who have been putting bread inside it for years. The toaster goes on a rampage, burning down kitchens and attacking people with its toasting knives. This sketch is emblematic of the show's off-the-wall humor, as well as its willingness to explore the darkest, most twisted aspects of our modern society.

Other sketches in the episode include a coffee maker that starts brewing toxic sludge instead of coffee, a microwave that starts microwaving random objects (including live animals), and a vacuum cleaner that sucks everything into a black hole. Each scenario is more outrageous than the last, with the show constantly pushing the boundaries of good taste and common sense.

As always, Robot Chicken pulls no punches when it comes to its target audience. The show is intended for mature audiences only, with its crude language, explicit content, and dark humor. However, for those who can stomach it, it offers a unique and highly entertaining take on pop culture, technology, and modern life. Season 7, episode 4 of Robot Chicken is no exception, with its irreverent humor and absurd scenarios keeping viewers glued to the screen from start to finish.

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  • First Aired
    May 4, 2014
  • Content Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    10 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (121)