3rd Rock from the Sun Season 3 Episode 8 A Friend in Dick
- TV-PG
- November 19, 1997
- 21 min
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7.8 (356)
In 3rd Rock from the Sun season 3 episode 8, entitled "A Friend in Dick," the Solomons are introduced to a new friend of Dick's, Tad, who is seemingly perfect in every way. However, as they spend more time with him, they begin to suspect that something is off about him. Meanwhile, Sally struggles with her own issues when she starts to question the meaning of her existence as a human being.
The episode begins with Dick introducing Tad to the rest of the Solomons as his new friend. Tad seems to be everything that Dick wishes he could be - he's confident, popular, and successful. The Solomons are immediately impressed by him, and they all enjoy spending time with him.
However, as they get to know Tad better, they begin to notice some strange things about him. For one thing, he seems to know a lot about their personal lives, even though they've only just met him. He also seems to be able to read their minds and anticipate their every move. The Solomons start to suspect that Tad might be an alien like themselves, and they set out to investigate.
Meanwhile, Sally is going through a personal crisis of her own. She starts to question the purpose of her existence as a human being, and wonders if she should be doing something more meaningful with her life. She confides in Harry, who tries to help her see the value in her human experiences.
As the episode progresses, the Solomons uncover more and more evidence that Tad is an alien like them. They confront him about it, and he eventually admits to being from the same planet as they are. However, he also reveals that he is there to spy on them, as his planet is planning to invade Earth.
The Solomons are shocked and disappointed by this news, especially given how much they had come to trust Tad. However, they realize that they can't let their personal feelings cloud their judgement, and they set out to stop Tad's invasion plans.
In the end, the Solomons are able to foil Tad's plot and save the Earth from invasion. They also come to a better understanding of themselves and their place in the world, realizing that their experiences as humans are just as valuable as their alien abilities.
Overall, "A Friend in Dick" is a lighthearted yet thought-provoking episode that explores some of the deeper themes of the series. It's a welcome addition to the show's roster, and one that fans are sure to enjoy.