Ep 10. Gibbons

Tom Goes to the Mayor season 1 episode 10, titled "Gibbons," follows Tom and the rest of Jefferton as they welcome a new resident to the town. The resident is a gibbons monkey, whom the mayor has brought in as part of a new project to increase tourism in the area. The monkey, named Zoltran, quickly becomes a beloved fixture in the town, with residents and tourists alike flocking to see him at the local zoo.

However, things start to go wrong when Zoltran begins acting out and causing trouble around town. He steals food from restaurants, vandalizes store windows, and even starts attacking people. Tom and the mayor are left to deal with the fallout, trying to figure out what to do with the out-of-control monkey.

The episode is filled with the same quirky humor and absurd situations that fans of Tom Goes to the Mayor have come to expect. There are plenty of over-the-top moments, such as when Zoltran crashes a middle school dance or when Tom attempts to wrangle him in a chaotic chase scene through the streets.

Despite the silliness of the plot, however, there are some underlying themes in the episode as well. The idea of bringing in an exotic animal to boost tourism speaks to the way that people sometimes exploit animals for their own gain, without considering the animal's well-being. Zoltran's behavior also raises questions about how we treat animals in captivity and the effect that being taken from their natural habitat can have on their mental health.

Overall, "Gibbons" is a fun and entertaining episode of Tom Goes to the Mayor. Its blend of wacky humor and darker themes make for a compelling watch, and the show's signature animation style adds to its charm. Fans of the series will find plenty to love here, and those who are new to the show will be able to appreciate its unique brand of comedy.