Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment

Season 2, Episode 13, Aired
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Lisa fears that the family might go to Hell, when Homer gets an illegal, free cable TV hookup. Then she makes a stand by refusing to watch it causing problems throughout the family.
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  • Great

    8.5
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    By jmbsonic555, Oct 17, 2011 Report Abuse
    A title card reads Mt. Sinai: 1220 B.C. The camera pans down from a shot of Mt. Sinai and reveals a village of Israelites below. Hezron, Carver of Graven Images, is busy working at his tent, making miniature golden calf statues to sell for profit; when Homer the Thief, who bears a striking resemblance to Homer Simpson, approaches and greets Hezron. While the two make small talk, Homer steals mini statues whenever Hezron isn't looking. Zohar the Adulterer approaches and joins the conversation. The three of them converse together when suddenly; Moses appears on the side of the mountain bearing the Ten Commandments. Hezron, Homer, and Zohar are all disappointed to hear that the traits that they have earned names for are now banned by God and his Commandments.
    8.5 out of 10

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    By Southparkfa, Aug 24, 2010 Report Abuse
    In this episode, Homer gets illegal cable and has some many channels to watch, and while most of the family doesn't care, Lisa feels like it's stealng breaking the 8th commandment. Lisa continues to protest when Homer invites everyone to his house to watch the live wrestling match on the cable. This episode was great for season 2, as it shows alot about Lisa's character and is very funny. Lisa's version of hell was very realistic for her. This episode was an excellent addition to season 2m, and one of the first classics of the series, so far. 9/10 A-moreless

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  • a good avarge ep

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    By cube2k8, May 05, 2010 Report Abuse
    in this simpsons ep homer sees that nedflanders did not want the cable that the guy came too hook up and so homer calles the guy over and he hooks up the free cable and homer goes to work and tells everyone that he has it and bart watches to much and falls asleep in class and homer tells people to come over for the fight and lisa is the only one that thinks its bad and that there going to hell so she is causing problems and homer gets locked out of his house and lisa is talking and after the fight is over he goes and cuts the power to the free cable .moreless

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    By futuramarama, Apr 05, 2010 Report Abuse
    lisa thinks that homer is going to hell because of illegal cable.

    a good episode on the topic of religion and the commandments. a good episode but not one of their bests, I didn't think. It of course has some good moments, but I just didn't get into it as much has I would have liked. I liked the ending and a few other parts, but ultimately I can't give it above a B- or so. Funny in some parts with a good ending, but still not one of my favorites of the series, or season for that matter. Oh well, still watchable of coursemoreless

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  • This episode contained my favorite ending of all time. As Homer cuts the power your TV screen goes black

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    By Iverson82094, Jan 28, 2008 Report Abuse
    Homer gets an illegal cable TV hookup for free just in time for the major boxing match. Lisa learns the 8th Commandment "thou shall not steal", and fears the family will be punished for stealling the cable. Marge joins Lisa when she decides not to watch the television, and on the night of the big match, Homer feels sorry for sending his family outside. He joins them outside while his friends watch along in front of the TV. When the match is over he snips the cable, leaving half the neighborhood in blackout mode in the process. A funny episode as Lisa grows mor concered for her family's souls...moreless

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    • As Homer channel surfs you can hear him come across the "Porch Pals" episode of Itchy and Scratchy from the episode "Itchy & Scratchy & Marge." Edit
    • A plant next to the couch grows to maturity, then dies as the Simpsons watch hours on end of cable. Edit
    • The Flanders' doorbell plays the theme song from the 1960's claymation show Davey and Goliath. Edit

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    • The blackboard gag refers to "The Bartman", a dance created by a Simpsons 1991 music video "Do the Bartman". Edit
    • This episode won the Best Animated Program award at the Emmys in 1991. Edit
    • First Appearance: Troy McClure, Drederick Tatum Edit

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    • Bart: (about Hell) Wouldn't you eventually get used to it, like in a hot tub? Edit
    • (While in Sunday School; Bart raised his hand) Mrs. Albright: Yes, Bart? Bart: Are there pirates in Hell? Mrs. Albright: Yes, thousands of them. Bart: (rubs hands) Hoo hoo, baby! Edit
    • (In bed, Homer and Marge argue about the illegal cable.) Marge: But Homer, I'm afraid that cable has become an evil presence in our home. Homer: (Sternly) Marge, I never put my foot down about anything. Marge: No-- Homer: But I am severely tempted to do it over this. (Raises foot) Marge: Oh, Homer. Homer: Marge, I'm sorry. I think it's coming down. Marge: No, Homer! Not-- Homer: (Sticks foot over floor) It's coming down. My foot, it's-- Marge: No! Homer: That's it, Marge. The cable stays. The foot has spoken. (Slams foot down) Edit

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    • Stardust Memories The Top Hat Entertainment Channel features a movie called Stardust Mammeries, which is a twisted take on the Woody Allen movie Stardust Memories. Edit
    • Broadcast News On the Adult Film Channel a promo for the show Broadcast Nudes can be heard. This is a play on the title of the 1987 film Broadcast News, written and directed by Simpsons producer James L. Brooks. Edit
    • North by Northwest Homer jumping in front of the illegal cable salesman's truck to flag it down, and getting hit in the process, mirrors a scene in the 1959 film North by Northwest. Edit

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