Ep 17. The Good, the Sad and the Drugly
- TV-PG
- April 19, 2009
- 21 min
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7.2 (1,492)
In season 20 of The Simpsons, Episode 17 is titled "The Good, the Sad and the Drugly". In this episode, Bart feels guilty for bullying a girl named Jenny who is less popular than others in his class. As a way to atone, he decides to take her to the school dance.
Meanwhile, Lisa volunteers at a local retirement home and becomes close to an elderly man named Mr. Peterson. She discovers that he is a former jazz musician, and she helps him reconnect with his passion for music. Mr. Peterson also helps Lisa understand the importance of forgiveness.
In addition, Homer tries to help Ned Flanders recover from his wife's recent death. However, his efforts are misguided and end up causing more harm than good.
The episode deals with issues of bullying, forgiveness, and grief. It also features guest appearances by Jonah Hill and Anne Hathaway.
Overall, "The Good, the Sad and the Drugly" is a touching episode that shows the importance of kindness and compassion towards others, especially those who may be struggling.