The Simpsons: Kiss Me, I'm a Simpson! Season 1 Episode 6 Sex, Pies and Idiot Scrapes
- August 28, 2008
In the season 20 episode titled "Sex, Pies and Idiot Scrapes," the Simpsons family finds themselves in a series of misadventures. Homer is a sanitation worker, but he is fired from his job after he doesn't take his responsibilities seriously. Marge is forced to take on extra work by becoming a baker, causing her to become exhausted and overwhelmed. Meanwhile, Bart becomes romantically involved with a rebellious young girl, and Lisa experiences her first crush on a boy who doesn't care about her feelings.
As the episode unfolds, the Simpson family's various problems begin to intersect. When it is revealed that the young girl Bart is seeing is actually stealing cars, he is arrested and sent to juvie. Lisa is distraught by the news and turns to Marge for comfort. However, Marge is completely exhausted from her long days at the bakery and is unable to provide the emotional support that Lisa needs.
Meanwhile, Homer finds himself in a desperate situation. He has turned to a life of crime after losing his job, but when he tries to rob the Kwik-E-Mart, he is caught by Apu and ends up being sentenced to community service. Instead of picking up trash on the side of the road or cleaning up graffiti, Homer is tasked with cleaning up downtown Springfield after a major riot breaks out.
As the episode draws to a close, the family members begin to mend fences with each other. Bart is released from juvie and promises to stay out of trouble. Lisa forgives Marge for not being able to support her and decides to focus on her own goals and aspirations. And Homer becomes a hero in the eyes of the town after his actions during the riot, earning himself a new job and the respect of his peers.
Throughout the episode, there are plenty of laughs and comedic moments, as well as some heartwarming scenes between the members of the Simpson family. "Sex, Pies and Idiot Scrapes" is a classic episode of the long-running series that showcases the humor and heart that have made The Simpsons a beloved television show for over three decades.