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THE SIMPSONS · SEASON 25 · EPISODE 13

The Simpsons S25E13 The Man Who Grew Too Much

★ 8.9 · ESSENTIAL Mar 9, 2014 30 MIN FOX
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The episode in brief

On a research trip, Lisa is shocked to discover that Sideshow Bob is now the chief scientist at a massive chemical engineering company, but her fears are allayed as she becomes enamored with his likeminded appreciation of high-culture. Meanwhile, Marge's attempt to preach healthy sexual practices to a teen church group goes awry.

FAN DESK VERDICT An all-timer. This is the episode you show someone to explain why The Simpsons matters — clear the evening and watch it properly.

Who’s in it

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Where it sits in the season

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Where to watch S25E13

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8.9
THE FAN VERDICT
Canon. Required viewing for the fan card.

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S25E13 FAQ

When did The Simpsons S25E13 air?

The Simpsons S25E13 (“The Man Who Grew Too Much”) first aired on March 9, 2014.

Where can I watch The Simpsons S25E13?

In the US, The Simpsons season 25 — including this episode — is available on FX, Hulu, Disney+, fuboTV, DirecTV On Demand, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube TV, FOX One Amazon Channel, Hulu on Disney+, Amazon, Fandango at Home, and AppleTV.

Is The Simpsons S25E13 a good episode?

Fans rate The Simpsons S25E13 (“The Man Who Grew Too Much”) 8.9/10, which puts it in the essential tier for The Simpsons.