Futurama: Bender's Big Score
Just when you thought it was safe to watch something else!
Overview
The Planet Express crew return from cancellation, only to be robbed blind by hideous "sprunging" scam artists. Things go from bad to worse when the scammers hack Bender, start traveling through time, and take Earth over entirely! Will the crew be able to save the day, or will Bender's larcenous tendencies and their general incompetence doom them all?
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Bender's Big Score marked Futurama's return after being cancelled in 2003. It served as a bridge between the original run and the subsequent seasons, revitalizing the show and re-establishing its characters and world after a period of absence. It addressed the cancellation directly through its narrative, making it a meta-commentary on the show's own history.
- The plot is incredibly intricate, involving time travel paradoxes and multiple storylines that cleverly tie together in the end.
- The voice acting is superb, with the entire cast delivering hilarious and nuanced performances.
- It seamlessly blends sci-fi adventure with heartwarming character development and genuine emotional moments.
- The humor is classic Futurama, filled with witty writing, satire, and absurdist jokes that appeal to a wide audience.
Fun Facts
- The film features a cameo appearance by Al Gore, reprising his role as himself from the original series.
- The design of Nudar, one of the scammer aliens, is based on the character of Lex Luthor from Superman.
- Professor Farnsworth uses a 'time code' that is a direct reference to the show's return on DVD after cancellation.