The Simpsons (TV Series) Marge on the Lam (1993) User Reviews

Hilarious and close to greatness

[nintendom64 · 8/10 · 2 July 2020]

This episode is practically great. I love a Marge-centric episode, and the re-introduction of Ms. Powers was surprising. The focus on her lack of friends/life is less hopeless than in previous episodes, and the convention of friendship amongst Marge and Homer makes for funny and interesting moments. This also has perhaps the most in-depth look at Lionel Hutz to date, a surprising character at every turn. The aforementioned use of the Simpsons' other next door neighbor, as well as fast cameos from the supporting cast, makes for a well-rounded Springfield cast. Though it feels dated because of the Thelma and Louise bits, it seems intentional. The original music and soundtrack is also invigorating and a nice change of pace. This is likely one of the funniest episodes I've watched, up there with my favorite, "Homer At Bat". Jokes on jokes on jokes in this one. The ending seems a little bit rushed, maybe forced, but it fits with the overarching parody of the third act well enough. Overall, this is an episode well worth a watch, definitely one of the funniest episodes yet!

Rebel Without a Cause

[RainDogJr · 8/10 · 29 January 2009]

Oh this episode has some really things and overall it is a great episode if not as great as the best ones of this Season. We meet Ruth and her daughter in the episode New Kid on the Block (from Season 4) and here we see her again. Marge on the Lam originally aired on 11/4/93 and it begins with Marge having tickets for the ballet, here we see Marge hanging out with Ruth and all started because Homer could not go with Marge to the ballet as he promised. Soon on hand we have Marge and Ruth, very different from each other but a friendship is starting and on the other hand we have Homer, certainly he doesn't really like the idea of Marge going out to have some fun with a friend and he will want to have fun as well. Also we have the kids, when Homer decides to go out to have some fun the kids need a baby sitter and the great Lionel Hutz is there to earn $8, two Popsicles and an old birdcage. Very funny stuff with Lionel Hutz, sorry with Miguel Sanchez but funnier stuff when Chief Wiggum joins Homer in a lonely night just to prove that women are more intelligent than us, certainly with both Homer and Chief Wiggum we didn't had bright representatives! Probably my very favourite part of this episode is when Ruth "disappears" her husband's car, extremely hilarious ("hold me" "only if you hold me"), you have to check it, this is great stuff. 8.5 out of 10

I think this was pizza

[snoozejonc · 9/10 · 6 September 2022]

Marge goes on a Thelma and Louise style adventure with her neighbour.

This is a very strong episode with lots of strong humour and great moments for a variety of characters.

There are three connected plot threads involving Marge with Ruth Powers, Homer with Chief Wiggam, and Lionel Hutz babysitting the Simpson children. I think they are all equally enjoyable.

I love Homer's hilarious predicament that stops him getting out of work on time. The Thelma and Louise tribute is great, plus the dialogue and visual gags are consistently funny. I especially enjoyed the excellent Dragnet style ending that comes out of left field.

ridley scott must have loved this episode

[Cinema2kMendoza · 10/10 · 14 September 2021]

This episode references thelma and louise, and theres so many jokes that is another of the classic episodes of all time. Not only the jokes are in time, many jokes work better when u watch more times the episode.

Original Simpsons Humour.

[GreasyMcNasty · 10/10 · 22 December 2018]

Growing up watching the Simpsons, everything becomes nostalgic at some point. But now in the age of internet and reality shows, it's nice to go back to some of the things that gave you your sense of humour.

This episode in particular, tickles my fancy.

From the opening scene of Homer hitting the tv, shouting "BE MORE FUNNY!" I'm already chuckling with laughter. Brilliant dialog, brilliant references and simple yet hilarious jokes that may not appease to people born in the late 90's/early 2000's, but to me they hold up.

Know why? Because sticking together is what good waffles do!

10/10 I re-watch it every time I make waffles for breakfast.

Thelma and Marge

[Hitchcoc · 9/10 · 7 May 2022]

When Homer finds a way to avoid the ballet, he won't take responsibility for his actions. So Marge goes out with the neighbor lady. She has a wild streak and the two get into trouble. It all has a Thelma and Louise motif. In an added treat, a lawyer babysits the kids with hilarious results.

Really good

[User6482828 · 9/10 · 19 September 2021]

It was funny had great moments and characters just wish they didn't bring in the gender if it's irrelevant and unfunny.

Marge goes wild

[safenoe · 9/10 · 16 January 2024]

Pamela Reed is the voice of Ruth Powers, who takes Marge on the Lam, showing her the wild side and all, and obviously there's an element of Thelma and Louise in this, for those who have watched Thelma and Louise which was directed by Sir Ridley Scott.

Anyway, Marge of the Lam has its funny moments and you can see The Simpsons by now becoming an established part of not only pop culture, but culture generally for the most part.

Anyway, for me it's the first 10 episodes that represents the golden era of The Simpsons, although some episodes after that are worth watching. Definitely see Marge on the Lam if you can.