Ep 7. Black Hole / Stimpy's Invention

The Ren & Stimpy Show season 1 episode 7, titled "Black Hole / Stimpy's Invention," is a classic episode filled with the show's trademark blend of wackiness and gross-out humor. The episode features two different stories, each focusing on one of the titular characters.

In the first story, "Black Hole," Ren and Stimpy decide to explore a black hole that has mysteriously appeared in their living room. As they get closer and closer to the hole, strange things start happening - furniture disappears, their skin turns inside out, and they begin to hear strange noises. Despite all the signs telling them to turn back, Ren and Stimpy continue on, eventually finding themselves at the center of the black hole. What they find there is something no one could have expected.

The second story, "Stimpy's Invention," centers on the eponymous character and his latest creation. Stimpy has invented a machine that can turn garbage into beautiful works of art, but things quickly spiral out of control when Ren decides to use the machine for his own personal gain. The machine soon begins churning out bizarre objects, including a giant finger painting of Stimpy, a living garbage can, and a strange creature known only as the "Litterbug." As the chaos continues, Stimpy must find a way to stop Ren and save his beloved invention.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the same irreverent humor and offbeat visuals that have made The Ren & Stimpy Show a classic of 90s animation. From Stimpy's wide-eyed innocence to Ren's manic outbursts, the characters are both lovable and deeply flawed. The show's scratchy art style and bizarre sound effects only add to the sense of otherworldliness that pervades the episode.

Despite the often-gruesome humor, there's a certain joy to be found in the sheer absurdity of the show. Whether it's a character getting their eyeballs sucked out by a black hole or Stimpy's machine creating a literal mountain of garbage, the level of creativity on display is truly impressive. It's also hard not to appreciate the moments of genuine heart that crop up throughout the episode, particularly in Stimpy's determination to save his invention.

At times, the show's humor can be a little too extreme - there are more than a few moments that will make even the most hardened viewer wince. But for those who can handle the show's dark sense of humor, there's a lot to love in "Black Hole / Stimpy's Invention." This is classic Ren & Stimpy, overflowing with energy, creativity, and a healthy dose of weirdness. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the show for the first time, this episode is sure to leave you laughing and cringing in equal measure.