Ep 14. Bart's Comet

Bart's Comet is the 14th episode of the 6th season of the animated television series, The Simpsons. The episode originally aired on February 5, 1995, and was written by John Swartzwelder and directed by Bob Anderson.

In this episode, Bart Simpson discovers a comet headed towards Springfield and becomes concerned about the safety of his family and friends. However, when he shares this news with the townspeople, they believe that the comet is a sign of a divine apocalypse and chaos ensues.

Meanwhile, Homer Simpson discovers a new passion for astronomy and sets up a telescope on his roof to track the comet's progress. He becomes something of an overnight celebrity in the town as people flock to his house to get a glimpse of the comet through his telescope.

As the comet draws closer to Earth, Bart becomes increasingly worried about the potential destruction it could cause and tries to warn the townspeople of the danger. However, he is dismissed as a fear-monger and no one takes his concerns seriously.

In the end, the comet turns out to be a harmless and beautiful sight in the sky, and the townspeople are left to clean up the mess they created in their panic. Bart learns a valuable lesson about the importance of critical thinking and not becoming swept up in mass hysteria.

Overall, Bart's Comet is a humorous and thought-provoking episode that explores themes of fear, faith, and rationality. It showcases the show's signature blend of witty writing, sharp satire, and heartwarming moments, making it a standout installment in the series.