Ep 11. We Are a Humble Factory

In Robot Chicken season 4 episode 11, titled "We Are a Humble Factory," viewers are in for a wild ride of hilarious skits and pop culture references. This episode follows the same format as previous episodes, with several short sketches strung together to make up the half-hour show.

The episode opens with a parody of The Lion King's "Circle of Life," with the circle of life consisting of various characters from pop culture, including Pikachu, the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, and a DeLorean from "Back to the Future." This skit sets the tone for the rest of the episode, which features a range of pop culture references, from classic movies and TV shows to more modern internet phenomena.

One skit features a group of astronauts discovering an alien race that is obsessed with collecting human genitalia. This leads to a series of awkward encounters and misunderstandings between the two groups. Another skit puts a twist on the classic tale of "The Ugly Duckling," portraying the titular character as a violent and vengeful creature who exacts revenge on his bullies.

Several other skits in this episode focus on famous musicians, including a parody of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and a music video for a fictional boy band called "The Robot Chicken N'Sync." Viewers who are fans of classic cartoons will also appreciate a skit featuring beloved Looney Tunes characters Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck.

One of the standout skits in this episode features a parody of "The Twilight Zone." In this skit, a man discovers that every time he speaks, a laugh track plays, causing him to become the unwitting star of a sitcom. The skit pokes fun at the conventions of classic sitcoms, with the laugh track and cheesy opening sequence providing plenty of laughs.

In addition to the sketches mentioned above, this episode also features several quick one-off gags, including a bit where a robot attempts to comfort a sad woman, only to become increasingly inappropriate and offensive. As with all episodes of Robot Chicken, the humor in "We Are a Humble Factory" can be dark and irreverent, but it is sure to have viewers laughing out loud.

Overall, Robot Chicken season 4 episode 11 is a strong addition to the series, featuring a range of clever and funny skits that will appeal to fans of pop culture and irreverent humor. Whether you are a fan of classic movies and TV shows, or more current internet memes, you are sure to find something to enjoy in this episode. From aliens obsessed with genitalia to boy bands and sitcoms, "We Are a Humble Factory" has something for everyone.