Futurama season 8 episode 10 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In a mission gone awry, Zoidberg disastrously attempts to treat Fry's Simpson's Jaundice and Leela's subsequent medical issues, revealing his incompetence. Meanwhile, Professor Farnsworth, thinking he has Tritonian hypermalaria, asks Zoidberg to end his life when symptoms worsen. Misunderstandings lead the crew to believe they must mercy-kill the Professor, but it's revealed he actually has yeti-ism. Zoidberg, staying true to their secret pact, cures the Professor using yeti neurotoxin, mending their relationship and leading to a celebratory tanning session.

Full Episode S08E10 Recap

### Opening Scene: Preparation for the Mission - The episode opens with a pre-mission briefing for a group of soldiers. - The mission is to capture an alien, with specific roles assigned: grunts to catch it, a surgeon to dissect it, and smuggling of poison parts. - Dr. Zoidberg is introduced as the budget surgeon for the mission. ### Introducing John Zoidberg - Zoidberg is questioned about his experience with dissecting aliens. - A humorous exchange reveals his budget category expertise and lack of knowledge about different alien types. ### Medical Mishaps at the Planet Express - Fry suffers from Simpson's Jaundice, requiring a liver transplant from Leela. - A series of surgical errors by Zoidberg leads to various complications for Fry and Leela, including Garfield Syndrome for Fry and spinal issues for Leela. ### The Mission and Tritonian Hypermalaria - The soldiers are warned about the deadly Tritonian hypermalaria. - An incident in the methane swamps is implied to have exposed them to the disease. ### Zoidberg's Medical Incompetence Revealed - The crew of Planet Express confronts Zoidberg about his disastrous medical practices. - They demand his termination, revealing deep dissatisfaction with his skills. ### The Professor's Secret and Zoidberg's Past - A secret pact between Professor Farnsworth and Zoidberg is hinted at, related to past events. - The Professor refuses to fire Zoidberg, leading to further questions about their relationship. ### Zoidberg's Failed Yeti Hunt and Crew's Condemnation - Zoidberg attempts to hunt a yeti to complete the mission but fails. - The crew, now aware of Zoidberg's incompetence, expresses their hatred and desire to never see him again. ### The Professor's Request and Zoidberg's Promise - Professor Farnsworth, believing he has Tritonian hypermalaria, asks Zoidberg to kill him when the symptoms worsen. - Zoidberg reluctantly agrees to the Professor's request. ### Misunderstandings and Attempted Mercy Killing - The crew mistakenly believes they need to mercy-kill the Professor to save him from hypermalaria. - Zoidberg is initially imprisoned for his attempt to fulfill the Professor's request. ### The Truth About Yeti-ism and the Cure - It's revealed that the Professor has yeti-ism, not hypermalaria. - Zoidberg cures the Professor using a concentrated neurotoxin from the yeti. ### Conclusion: Celebratory Tanning Session - The episode concludes with the crew going for a tanning session, celebrating the Professor's cure and Zoidberg's success.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mission in the episode?

The mission is to capture an alien, dissect it, and smuggle back its poison parts.

Who is assigned to dissect the alien?

Dr. John Zoidberg is assigned as the surgeon for dissecting the alien.

What medical condition does Fry suffer from in the episode?

Fry develops Simpson's Jaundice.

How does Leela get involved in Fry's medical treatment?

Leela donates her liver to Fry.

What syndrome does Fry develop after the liver transplant?

Fry develops Garfield Syndrome.

What is the deadly disease mentioned in the episode?

The deadly disease is Tritonian hypermalaria.

Why do the crew members of Planet Express confront Zoidberg?

They confront Zoidberg due to his medical incompetence and disastrous surgeries.

What secret pact is hinted at between Professor Farnsworth and Zoidberg?

They have a secret pact related to certain past events, which is not fully revealed.

What illness does Professor Farnsworth believe he has?

Professor Farnsworth believes he has Tritonian hypermalaria.

What does Professor Farnsworth ask Zoidberg to do?

He asks Zoidberg to kill him when his hypermalaria symptoms worsen.

What misunderstanding occurs with the Planet Express crew regarding the Professor's condition?

The crew mistakenly believes they need to mercy-kill the Professor to save him from hypermalaria.

What is the actual disease the Professor has?

The Professor actually has yeti-ism.

How is the Professor cured of yeti-ism?

Zoidberg cures him using a concentrated neurotoxin from a yeti.

What does the episode conclude with?

The episode concludes with the crew going for a celebratory tanning session.

What is the relationship between Professor Farnsworth and Zoidberg?

They share a long-standing, complex relationship involving a secret pact and mutual loyalty.

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