Futurama Season 7 Episode 17

Futurama Season 7 Episode 17 Forty Percent Leadbelly

  • July 4, 2013
  • 1200 min

As the thirty-first century draws to a close, Fry, Bender, Leela and the crew of the Planet Express delivery ship face new adventures around the galaxy. In season 7 episode 17, titled "Forty Percent Leadbelly," the crew find themselves on the planet of a notorious folk singer, H. G. Blob.

The episode begins with Fry, Bender, and Leela attending a concert by H.G. Blob, a famous musician in the Futurama universe. They are disappointed to find that H.G. Blob's music is terrible, but they soon realize that he is actually an alien who can change his appearance to suit his surroundings. The crew decides to take him on as a client and help him write a hit song, in order to make some money for themselves.

As they travel to different planets in search of inspiration, they encounter various obstacles and challenges. They meet a group of hostile robots on a planet that only plays heavy metal music, and they also visit a planet where the inhabitants communicate solely through song.

Meanwhile, Fry is struggling with his own musical aspirations, and he begins to feel overshadowed by H.G. Blob's talent. He becomes determined to write his own hit song, and seeks out the help of Bender and the other crew members.

Throughout the episode, the crew learns to appreciate the value of music and how it can bring people together. They also learn the importance of staying true to themselves, even in the face of adversity.

"Forty Percent Leadbelly" is a humorous and heartwarming episode that showcases the creativity and talent of the Futurama writers. The episode is filled with witty one-liners and pop culture references, making it a must-see for fans of the show.

Overall, fans of Futurama will not be disappointed with "Forty Percent Leadbelly." The episode delivers on all the things that have made the show so beloved, while also introducing new characters and plotlines that will keep viewers engaged until the very end.

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Description
  • First Aired
    July 4, 2013
  • Runtime
    1200 min
  • Language
    English