The Simpsons: Kiss Me, I'm a Simpson! Season 1 Episode 4 Pygmoelian
- February 27, 2000
In the fourth episode of Season 1 of The Simpsons, "Pygmoelian," Moe the bartender is feeling down about his looks after a prank by Homer. In an attempt to cheer him up, the Simpsons go to a plastic surgeon who transforms Moe's appearance and launches him into a new career as a soap opera actor.
Moe quickly rises to stardom, but his new life comes with some unexpected challenges. As he becomes more famous, he starts to lose touch with his old friends and becomes increasingly isolated and unhappy.
Meanwhile, the rest of the Simpson family deals with their own issues. Homer tries to find a new prank victim, but his efforts backfire in a way he never expected. Bart, meanwhile, is dealing with a bully at school and finds an unexpected ally in an unlikely place.
As the episode progresses, Moe realizes that his newfound fame and fortune are not enough to make him truly happy. He misses his old life and friends and longs to return to his former self. With the help of the Simpsons, Moe finds a way to regain his confidence and identity and decides to leave behind his acting career and return to his bar.
"Pygmoelian" is a classic episode of The Simpsons that explores themes of identity, friendship, and the dangers of superficiality. It is a humorous and heartwarming look at a character who is often the butt of jokes on the show and offers a poignant message about the importance of staying true to oneself.