rick and morty season 5 episode 4 full episode

Rick and Morty' Season 5 Episode 4: A Misguided Detour or a Well-Planned Joke?

In the latest episode of 'Rick and Morty,' titled 'Rickdependence Day,' fans were treated to a brief appearance by the President, played by Keith David. The scene was surprisingly good, with the President making it clear he had no interest in Rick's antics and quickly exiting. However, this plot twist felt like an unnecessary detour, another attempt at something new that ultimately fell flat.

The episode's storyline was overly reliant on jokes that have been done before, feeling more like a rehashing of old material rather than anything fresh or exciting. The 'background marines' segment, complete with the Kathy Ireland payoff, is a perfect example of this. It's the type of story 'Rick and Morty' usually beats, but in this case, it felt like a tired retread.

Despite the episode's attempts to create a sense of urgency around the fate of the world, there was no real sense of danger or stakes. The world almost ended in this episode, but it didn't really matter because the content and context suggested otherwise. This lack of tension made the entire episode feel inconsequential.

One aspect of the episode that did stand out, however, was its handling of Morty's teenage desires. As always, 'Rick and Morty' has never shied away from depicting Morty as a 14-year-old boy who wants to have sex. And while this episode took things to a new level with its semen-filled joke, it's clear that the show is unafraid to tackle mature themes.

In fact, some fans might see 'Rickdependence Spray' as an exercise in creating an inaccessible episode, one that exists solely to push boundaries and challenge viewers. If that was the intention, then mission accomplished. However, this approach can also be seen as a deliberate attempt to alienate new viewers or create a sense of exclusivity.

Regardless of its intentions, 'Rickdependence Spray' is an interesting addition to the 'Rick and Morty' canon. Its placement in the season 5 schedule, airing the week after Independence Day, adds a level of irony to the episode's title and themes. Whether this was intentional or not, it's hard to deny that 'Rickdependence Spray' is a memorable (if not always successful) episode.

So what did you think of 'Rickdependence Spray'? Did you find the episode to be a misguided detour or a well-planned joke? Let us know in the comments!

Rick and morty season 5 episode 4 full episode