Tiger King Season 1 Episode 5
Tiger King
Season 1

Ep 5. Make America Exotic Again

  • March 20, 2020
  • 7.7  (2,038)

The episode titled "Make America Exotic Again" from the docuseries Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness is an exciting episode that takes viewers on an exhilarating ride. As the title implies, the episode is about a new campaign started by the main protagonist, Joe Exotic, who has an obsession with making America exotic again.

Joe, a flamboyant and eccentric character, decides to run for the presidency in 2016 as an independent candidate. His campaign is centered around his love for exotic animals and his desire to preserve this passion. However, he soon realizes that his campaign is not getting enough attention, and he needs to do something drastic to draw people's attention. This is when he comes up with the idea of holding a presidential rally with his exotic animals.

The episode starts by highlighting Joe's plans for the rally, his excitement, and his desire to make it a huge success. We see him making preparations by getting his tigers and other exotic animals ready, as well as putting up campaign posters and banners. The documentary makers capture Joe's charisma and his ability to mobilize people. We see him interacting with his staff and supporters, and his passion for his animals is evident.

The preparations take a turn when a major storm hits the region, and the rally is postponed. Joe is devastated, but he decides to use the opportunity to visit his first husband John in Dallas, Texas. The documentary makers follow Joe to Dallas, and the episode takes a more serious turn. We witness a meeting between Joe and John, where they have a heart-to-heart conversation about their past and the events that led to their separation. This is a touching scene and gives viewers a glimpse into Joe's life outside of the world of exotic animals.

After his visit to Dallas, Joe returns home and is back to his mission to make America exotic again. However, the turmoil in his personal life continues, as his third husband, Travis, is struggling with drug addiction. This puts a strain on Joe's relationship with Travis and also affects his work with the animals. We see Joe's staff trying to manage the situation, while Joe becomes increasingly frustrated with Travis.

The episode takes another turn when Joe's arch-nemesis, Carole Baskin, enters the picture. Carole, who is an animal rights activist and the owner of Big Cat Rescue, files a lawsuit against Joe for copyright infringement. This is a major setback for Joe's campaign and puts a halt to his plans for making America exotic again.

The documentary makers cover the lawsuit, and viewers get an insight into the legal issues surrounding the exotic animal trade. This part of the episode is informative and revealing, and sheds light on the complexities of the exotic animal industry.

Overall, the episode "Make America Exotic Again" is a thrilling, emotional, and informative episode that takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride. From Joe's passion for his animals to his turbulent personal life and legal issues, the episode covers a wide range of topics, providing viewers with a comprehensive and entertaining account of Joe's life.

Description
Watch Tiger King - Make America Exotic Again (s1 e5) Online - Watch online anytime: Buy, Rent
Tiger King, Season 1 Episode 5, is available to watch and stream on Netflix. You can also buy, rent Tiger King on demand at Netflix online.
  • First Aired
    March 20, 2020
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (2,038)