Ep 3. Punctured Jugular
- TV-MA
- September 30, 2012
- 11 min
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7.4 (122)
Punctured Jugular is the third episode of the sixth season of Robot Chicken, an Emmy award-winning stop-motion animated sketch comedy show. The episode features a collection of skits and parodies, each lasting for a few minutes, and some running for the entire show.
One sketch is set in the world of The Walking Dead. It includes Rick Grimes and his survivors in a comedic scenario that involves a wild ride on a roller coaster. Another sketch called "G.I. Zombie" depicts a team of undead soldiers who must take on a horde of enemy combatants.
The episode also features a spoof of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series called Wand Waving Wizard. It follows the misadventures of a clueless young wizard who uses his wand in unintended ways, leading to disastrous results.
In a sketch called "Ninja Turtle Theater," the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles recreate iconic scenes from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Meanwhile, in a parody of Transformers, the Autobots and Decepticons face off in a dance battle.
Another sketch titled "With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility" features Spider-Man attempting to cope with everyday problems like getting groceries and paying bills while still living up to his heroic duties. And in a segment called "I'm Not Gay," Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble navigate their friendship through challenges that test their masculinity.
Overall, Punctured Jugular offers a mix of pop culture parodies, genre spoofs, and original skits delivered in the irreverent and unpredictable style of Robot Chicken. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and those who enjoy satirical humor.