Ep 6. Moby Dick
- TV-PG
- November 5, 1997
- 21 min
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7.7 (331)
Tommy, the youngest member of the alien crew, becomes obsessed with the classic novel Moby Dick after reading it in his literature class. He becomes convinced that the book is an allegory for his own life and sets out to find his own "white whale." Meanwhile, Sally and Harry try to keep their relationship a secret from their colleagues at the university, leading to some awkward encounters. And Dick struggles with his own feelings of inadequacy when Mary's ex-boyfriend comes to visit. As the episode unfolds, each character faces their own personal challenges and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, honesty, and the power of literature to inspire and motivate. With its mix of humor, heart, and literary allusions, "Moby Dick" offers a memorable and entertaining episode of 3rd Rock from the Sun.