[s5e15] Bender Should Not Be Allowed On Tv 🔖

After realizing that children (specifically Dwight and Cubert) have begun imitating him by stealing his own belongings, Bender does a complete 180 and joins the protest against himself.

The script directly addresses real-life criticisms of adult animated shows like The Simpsons and South Park , specifically how characters like Bart Simpson or Eric Cartman were perceived as corrupting influences in the 1990s and early 2000s. [S5E15] Bender Should Not Be Allowed on TV

Bender leads a march on Hollywood as part of F.A.R.T. (Fathers Against Rude Television), a parody of real-world activist groups like MADD. Key Themes & Satire [S5E15] Bender Should Not Be Allowed on TV

The episode concludes with Bender making a direct-to-camera speech. While he denounces his own bad influence, he ultimately blames parents for being "unwilling to turn off the television". [S5E15] Bender Should Not Be Allowed on TV