American Dad! Season 5 Episode 14 Cops & Roger
- TV14
- April 11, 2010
- 21 min
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7.5 (718)
The episode "Cops & Roger" is the fourteenth episode of the fifth season of American Dad. In this episode, the character Roger, an alien who lives with the human Smith family, becomes obsessed with the idea of joining the police force. He becomes a cop and quickly proves to be a talented detective, but his ego begins to get in the way of his work.
Meanwhile, the other members of the Smith family are dealing with their own problems. Stan, the patriarch of the family, is convinced that his neighbors are terrorists and goes to extreme lengths to try to prove it. Francine, his wife, is obsessed with a new home-security system and spends the episode trying to convince everyone that they need it.
As Roger continues to work as a cop, he becomes more and more aggressive and authoritarian. He starts making unjustified arrests and using excessive force, leading his partner to become concerned. Eventually, Roger's antics lead to a confrontation with Stan, who is convinced that Roger is the terrorist he's been looking for.
The episode is full of humor and satire, poking fun at police culture and security-obsessed suburbanites. It also touches on themes of power and authority, as Roger's newfound power as a cop goes to his head. Despite its comedic tone, the episode raises some serious questions about the responsibilities and limitations of law enforcement, and the dangers of unchecked authority.
Overall, "Cops & Roger" is a standout episode in a series known for its irreverent humor and sharp commentary on American culture.