It wasn't funny, I barely laughed at all. There was no stakes with the fight in the end and it felt really rushed. The plot with morty and summer was really lame too. Not as terrible as the previous episode but not nearly as good as any other episode this season. The show has gotten too formulaic.
89 Reviews
I miss the morty ad Rick dynamic
gianlucaschool19 July 2021
The first 2 episodes were great, the third one was fun, but the last two weeks have sucked. I don't get why there hasn't been an actual Rick and morty adventure because I don't count last week. I don't even know which storyline was better this week, the classic and kinda repetitive and boring jerry trope or ricks spaceship kidnapping his grandchildren. I guess I'd say that car part was more interesting but not by much. Morty has been the highlight of this season but the writing of Rick has been a bit underwhelming.
Nothing new, but still tons of fun
reynoldswraptpe19 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
The return of the car as a character was a nice surprise and the riffing on the Cenobites as a way of exploring the relationships between Rick, Jerry, and Beth was clever. No molds were broken but they didn't have to be. This was just a fun time in 2 equally great stories. Kinda reminded me of "Big Trouble In Little Sanchez" in that way. And that's not a bad thing. This won't ever be a 10, but I could see it cutting the Chut and climbing up to a 9 eventually.
How much worse can this season get....
sumtim3s00n19 July 2021
This feels like the change that happened in American Dad in single season. Went from pretty good to pathetically bad in one season and remained awful for the last x seasons.
I dont know what happened here or who got replaced this season but this IS NOT the Rick and Morty we knew. The humour is different and on the nose, the stories are not even half as original and entertaining as before and the previously subtle witty commentary on various pol-soc things is now in the open and totally generic.
Went from 9/10 to 5 or 4/10 tops.
I dont know what happened here or who got replaced this season but this IS NOT the Rick and Morty we knew. The humour is different and on the nose, the stories are not even half as original and entertaining as before and the previously subtle witty commentary on various pol-soc things is now in the open and totally generic.
Went from 9/10 to 5 or 4/10 tops.
This season is going Downhill 😐
kushwahpratham20 July 2021
With episode 3, this season has gone far from the genuine plot lines and they have pushed to an extent which doesn't make it funnier any more.
This episode missed the Rick and Morty duo, but keeping aside that, I think the writers should focus on stuffs which could be explained (or at least could be connected) by some sci-fi thing. These stories seem very childish.
This episode missed the Rick and Morty duo, but keeping aside that, I think the writers should focus on stuffs which could be explained (or at least could be connected) by some sci-fi thing. These stories seem very childish.
Solid
thomasibach19 July 2021
Decent return to form after the two least funny episodes in the series. The car was a nice returning character that was pretty funny, Rick felt like Rick again, although the hell subplot was a little overwritten. At least this episode made an attempt at good situational humor instead of relying on gross out like last week's garbage fire. Definitely not their best, but still felt like Rick and morty, which the show often doesn't in this latest season.
Celebrating mediocrity!
NeaStrangeLove19 July 2021
Great bounce back after last weeks episode
micahck19 July 2021
Could be better, could be worse
samgillett-6779119 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Rick's Ship was definitely the best part of the episode for me, she has some really good lines and her static deadpan voice makes the delivery work. The way they were able to use the camera angles and gestures to indicate her emotions despite having no face, arms or legs was actually nice.
As for the rest of the episode... meh. I've already forgotten most of it already. I can't remember that new cool kid's name and it's only been 10 minutes since the episode. Seriously, what was the point of him? So Morty and Summer had a reason to steal the ship? They're bored teenagers, that's all the reason they need.
The hell rasier stuff felt pretty repetitive- it's basically just "oh you did something bad which we like isn't that funny" the whole time. I was actually looking forward to an episode focusing on Rick and Jerry's dynamic, but that gets canned instantly.
The last episode was so horribly awful that maybe this episode seems better than it is, I don't know. This whole season has felt very off- in some ways good, in some bad. I appreciate the references to older episodes, but if you don't do something with it it just becomes "remember that memorable character from that really good old episode? Look, here they are!
As for the rest of the episode... meh. I've already forgotten most of it already. I can't remember that new cool kid's name and it's only been 10 minutes since the episode. Seriously, what was the point of him? So Morty and Summer had a reason to steal the ship? They're bored teenagers, that's all the reason they need.
The hell rasier stuff felt pretty repetitive- it's basically just "oh you did something bad which we like isn't that funny" the whole time. I was actually looking forward to an episode focusing on Rick and Jerry's dynamic, but that gets canned instantly.
The last episode was so horribly awful that maybe this episode seems better than it is, I don't know. This whole season has felt very off- in some ways good, in some bad. I appreciate the references to older episodes, but if you don't do something with it it just becomes "remember that memorable character from that really good old episode? Look, here they are!
Nice and funny
n0ob_no0b19 July 2021
This R&M episode was very funny and had a nice story, no horny morty (thanks god) and nice family interaction. R&M is all about this fun and nice episode that you can watch anytime and just have some good laughs, there is no need to search a meaning behind every Rick's action. Nice A and B story, 10/10 episode!
Average
noahgiovanniprz19 July 2021
Meh
DanteMonteverde19 July 2021
Actually really good
austinthecoolpig19 July 2021
A step up from the previous episode but still a weaker Rick and Morty
maxglen19 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
I had a decent time with this one. Once again it didn't have any particularly smart or ground breaking ideas but the concepts were enjoyable enough. Still though, not quite up to par of the quality set in the first three episodes. It was nice to spend more time with Jerry and Beth this episode and the whole adventure with the car was zany and fun. The pain = pleasure joke was funny at first but began to run a little thin towards the end. I think it's probably like a decent 7.
Thanks for reading my review and have a good night.
Thanks for reading my review and have a good night.
Fairly Entertaining
mattmurraydc19 July 2021
Wholesome character development
aesthetic-intentions19 July 2021
Reminded me of season 2. Jerry having an honest moment about how he feels was needed, and Rick opening up and becoming softer is great character development. After last weeks episode, this one was very refreshing and reminded me why I love this show so much. It's at its best when it has heart and cares about its characters. Summer and Morty's storyline was great too. This is the show at its best form!
I really enjoyed this
bardy920 July 2021
I don't know if it was Good or particularly clever but it was pretty creative and interesting - especially liked Morty and summer's storyline.
I also think this episode feels like it's from season 2 but my brother disagrees. Obviously it's not groundbreaking or anything but it was very entertaining IMO.
I also think this episode feels like it's from season 2 but my brother disagrees. Obviously it's not groundbreaking or anything but it was very entertaining IMO.
Very Well Done Comedically, Story-Wise, and Meaning-Wise
cbuttermann19 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
(I gave this a 10 to offset at least one obnoxious 1 from a dimwit or two, I believe it deserves an 8.5-9 personally, but that's the 10)
This episode is comedically witty, quick, and above par when it comes to normal Rick and Morty Beats. The Hellraiser-esc characters' jokes without fail made me smile, laugh, or almost fall over (even after the episode is over I.e. Repeating them out loud to myself and my friend I was watching it with)
The much more dry humor of the B-Plot was a shift in tone comedically, while still feeling cohesive with the story and purpose of the episode. (Very nice)
Thé purpose of the episode, and the execution of that purpose, was spot on in all ways applicable.
The repetitive nature of the Demons' ideology is both played for comedic effect, but also as a representation of the stupidity and uninteresting nature of finding joy In resenting others' enjoyment of things. This serves as the way for Rick to express his true feelings and care for Jerry, and no matter how meaningful or emotional- someone will find it funny to make fun of someone who cares or is vulnerable. This is paralleled similarly when Beth loses the love for jerry and fades into the crowd of laughing Hellraisers. This subsequently represents how easy, and unoriginal it is to laugh at others wholehearted and innocent expense. (Very good parallels) When jerry realizes these guys aren't his friends, and he chooses to stand up for himself, the bully or fake friend (demon) is frustrated and thus wants to continue to feed off the unoriginality of that personality trait- the hatred of the love of something, genuinely.
The repetitive nature of the demons, though comedic (definitely) is also a metaphor for how constantly that frame of mind is used as a replacement for real emotional integrity. Which, in this metaphor, Rick makes them feel the actual pain, which makes these beings really think about why they do what they do- very smart writing in my opinion.
The B-Plot, though slightly simpler, rides the same wave- Morty and Summer try to impress someone who, doesn't care that much unless it directly relates to their interests or needs specifically and who Isn't emotionally invested in anything, as that is easier than caring for anyone or anything. This being finally articulated in the post credit scene of the episode, and him paying the price for not caring at all, by dealing with the very people who model in his image, in not caring about context or someone's feelings. (Also good writing) Overall I think this is a very intelligently purposeful episode with oodles of comedic beats after beats that make me laugh just thinking about them.
I hope people think about this episode and understand it as well as I would envision the writers hope they would.
Very long winded and répétitive, but I really really enjoyed this episode, and I wanted to make sure I expressed it effectively :)) This is in my top 3 for the season :) Thank you :))
The repetitive nature of the Demons' ideology is both played for comedic effect, but also as a representation of the stupidity and uninteresting nature of finding joy In resenting others' enjoyment of things. This serves as the way for Rick to express his true feelings and care for Jerry, and no matter how meaningful or emotional- someone will find it funny to make fun of someone who cares or is vulnerable. This is paralleled similarly when Beth loses the love for jerry and fades into the crowd of laughing Hellraisers. This subsequently represents how easy, and unoriginal it is to laugh at others wholehearted and innocent expense. (Very good parallels) When jerry realizes these guys aren't his friends, and he chooses to stand up for himself, the bully or fake friend (demon) is frustrated and thus wants to continue to feed off the unoriginality of that personality trait- the hatred of the love of something, genuinely.
The repetitive nature of the demons, though comedic (definitely) is also a metaphor for how constantly that frame of mind is used as a replacement for real emotional integrity. Which, in this metaphor, Rick makes them feel the actual pain, which makes these beings really think about why they do what they do- very smart writing in my opinion.
The B-Plot, though slightly simpler, rides the same wave- Morty and Summer try to impress someone who, doesn't care that much unless it directly relates to their interests or needs specifically and who Isn't emotionally invested in anything, as that is easier than caring for anyone or anything. This being finally articulated in the post credit scene of the episode, and him paying the price for not caring at all, by dealing with the very people who model in his image, in not caring about context or someone's feelings. (Also good writing) Overall I think this is a very intelligently purposeful episode with oodles of comedic beats after beats that make me laugh just thinking about them.
I hope people think about this episode and understand it as well as I would envision the writers hope they would.
Very long winded and répétitive, but I really really enjoyed this episode, and I wanted to make sure I expressed it effectively :)) This is in my top 3 for the season :) Thank you :))
Rick and morty is back
mmdp-7244619 July 2021
This has to be the best of the season.
ariasisaac-8908519 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
One Thing Rick and Morty is great at is Utilizing its Sci-Fi Concept to explore its chracters thoroughly. It does so without feeling like it needs to linger. I also laughed more in this episode, and the sexual jokes , I think work better here than the previous episodes of the Season. I think its well balanced, and it can be looked at as a classic for later Seasons. The Hype For this episode warrants a must see, cus this is Rick and Morty Firing with most of what they got, and I say most. If I had to pin point a small issue, some of the Hell Creatures kindove just repeated the same thing over and over again. Even with that small nit pic I can see myself overlooking that in the future. It gets my highest Rating this week.
Starting to feel like a losing streak
dalegcollier20 July 2021
I'm sure plenty of people will disagree but I can't remember three consecutive episodes in the history of the show that were so unremarkable. Last season episodes 2-4 weren't great but 3-5 this season is significantly worse (IMO). It's obviously far too early to even think about writing off the show but season 5 has been a real disappointment so far.
Cenobite me.
southdavid21 July 2021
After last weeks episode that I liked but many didn't, the fifth episode of season five of Rick and Morty is another decent, if perhaps unspectacular addition - and finally one that gives Beth and Jerry something to do this season.
Rick (Justin Roiland) and Jerry (Chris Parnell) head out on a boys night, which immediately arouses Beth's (Sarah Chalke) suspicions and, it turns out, with good reason, as Rick is exploiting Jerry's natural cringe to fulfil a debt to a group of Cenobites, who derive pleasure from the embarrassment. With the house to themselves, Morty (Justin Roiland) and Summer (Spencer Grammer) attempt to make friends with a new starter at their school, before long, this involves stealing Rick's car and joyriding around the universe.
This is the first show in a while to run two stories concurrently, not even with an "A" and "B" format, but more like two "A" stories. Both plotlines were pretty solid and another day either could have been the entire storyline of the episode. Rick's story didn't actually refer to the hell characters directly as Cenobites, but it's pretty clear that Clive Barker's creation was the inspiration. Morty's tale sees a call back to the season two episode "The Ricks Must Be Crazy" when Ricks' automated defence system goes to extreme lengths to protect Summer. This time, having tricked their way past that same defence system and gone for a joyride, which soon switches when the car takes over. The highlight of that being fishing for Galactus's (Galacti?) and executing them.
As I say, it was a solid funny episode if lacking a bit of invention to make it truly top tier.
Rick (Justin Roiland) and Jerry (Chris Parnell) head out on a boys night, which immediately arouses Beth's (Sarah Chalke) suspicions and, it turns out, with good reason, as Rick is exploiting Jerry's natural cringe to fulfil a debt to a group of Cenobites, who derive pleasure from the embarrassment. With the house to themselves, Morty (Justin Roiland) and Summer (Spencer Grammer) attempt to make friends with a new starter at their school, before long, this involves stealing Rick's car and joyriding around the universe.
This is the first show in a while to run two stories concurrently, not even with an "A" and "B" format, but more like two "A" stories. Both plotlines were pretty solid and another day either could have been the entire storyline of the episode. Rick's story didn't actually refer to the hell characters directly as Cenobites, but it's pretty clear that Clive Barker's creation was the inspiration. Morty's tale sees a call back to the season two episode "The Ricks Must Be Crazy" when Ricks' automated defence system goes to extreme lengths to protect Summer. This time, having tricked their way past that same defence system and gone for a joyride, which soon switches when the car takes over. The highlight of that being fishing for Galactus's (Galacti?) and executing them.
As I say, it was a solid funny episode if lacking a bit of invention to make it truly top tier.
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