On Fire — [s33e8] Portrait Of A Lackey

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While Smithers is distracted by his romance, becomes obsessed with a simple 50-piece jigsaw puzzle. He over-analyzes the "complexity" of the task, which prevents him from noticing Smithers’ absence for much of the episode. [S33E8] Portrait of a Lackey on Fire

However, the relationship takes a dark turn when Michael opens a "fast fashion" manufacturing plant in Springfield. Homer, Bart, and Lisa soon discover that the factory is an environmental disaster—toxic waste from the plant even manages to kill the three-eyed fish, Blinky—and operates under sweatshop conditions. Mr. Burns, rather than being appalled, advises Smithers to stay with Michael, noting that the fashion industry is even more ruthless than nuclear power. : A unique segment featuring the Simpson family

is the eighth episode of Season 33 of The Simpsons (714th overall), originally airing on November 21, 2021. The episode centers on Waylon Smithers finally finding a serious romantic partner, which leads to a moral conflict between his personal happiness and the wellbeing of Springfield. Plot Summary However, the relationship takes a dark turn when

The relationship ultimately ends not because of the environmental destruction, but because of Michael’s cruelty toward a puppy. After Michael mistreats his Dobermann, Smithers realizes Michael lacks the compassion he needs in a partner and breaks up with him. Smithers happily adopts the rejected puppy, finding the unconditional love he was seeking. Writers : Rob LaZebnik and his son, Johnny LaZebnik. Director : Steven Dean Moore. Guest Stars : Victor Garber as Michael de Graaf. Christine Baranski as herself. Christian Siriano as himself.

Homer notices Waylon Smithers’ loneliness and decides to play matchmaker. He introduces Smithers to , a world-famous fashion designer who visits Mr. Burns' estate to adopt a puppy from a litter of Burns' attack hounds. Smithers and Michael fall deeply in love, with Michael appearing polite, attentive, and charming.