Blood Feud (The Simpsons) facts for kids

"Blood Feud" is the twenty-second and last episode of the second season of The Simpsons. It was first shown on the Fox network in the United States on July 11, 1991. In this episode, Mr. Burns falls very ill and needs a blood transfusion. Homer learns that his son Bart has Mr. Burns's rare blood type. Homer wants Bart to donate some blood, promising Bart a big reward. However, after getting the blood, Mr. Burns only sends the family a simple thank-you card. Homer gets very angry and writes a rude reply. Marge tries to stop him from sending it, but Bart mails it anyway.

The Story of "Blood Feud"

This episode explores themes of gratitude, family, and unexpected friendships. It shows how a simple act of kindness can lead to big misunderstandings.

Mr. Burns Gets Sick

The story begins when Mr. Burns, the very rich and powerful owner of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant, becomes extremely ill. He needs a special type of blood to get better. Doctors discover that his blood type is very rare. They search for someone who can help him.

Bart's Special Blood

It turns out that Bart Simpson has the exact rare blood type that Mr. Burns needs. Homer Simpson sees this as a chance for his family to become rich. He convinces Bart to donate his blood to Mr. Burns. Homer promises Bart that Mr. Burns will give them a huge reward for saving his life. Bart agrees, hoping for something amazing.

The Disappointing Reward

Bart bravely donates his blood, and Mr. Burns recovers. The Simpsons family waits eagerly for their promised reward. However, instead of a big gift or a lot of money, Mr. Burns only sends them a small, simple thank-you card. Homer is furious. He feels that Mr. Burns has cheated them.

Homer's Angry Letter

Feeling insulted, Homer decides to write a very angry letter to Mr. Burns. He uses strong words to express his disappointment and anger. Marge Simpson, who is often the voice of reason, tries to stop Homer from sending the letter. She knows it could cause big trouble for the family.

Bart Mails the Letter

Despite Marge's efforts, Bart secretly mails the rude letter to Mr. Burns. This action sets off a chain of events. Mr. Burns receives the letter and is shocked by its harsh words. He becomes very angry with Homer and the Simpson family.

The "Blood Feud" Begins

Mr. Burns decides to get back at Homer. He starts making Homer's life at the power plant very difficult. This creates a "blood feud" between Homer and Mr. Burns. A "blood feud" is a long-lasting argument or rivalry, often between families. In this case, it's a funny and exaggerated conflict.

How the Feud Ends

The feud continues until Mr. Burns's assistant, Waylon Smithers, steps in. Smithers helps Mr. Burns understand that Homer's anger came from feeling unappreciated. Mr. Burns eventually sends the Simpsons a much better gift: a giant Olmec head statue. This strange gift finally makes Homer happy, and the feud ends.

Images for kids

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  A real Olmec Head, similar to the one shown in the episode.

See also

In Spanish: Blood Feud para niños