Season 3 Episode 7 Rick And Morty

The Pickle Rick Debacle: More Than Just Gherkin Gags

Season 3 Episode 3 of Rick and Morty, a.k.a. “Pickle Rick,” is legendary. It's not just because Rick turns himself into a pickle to avoid family therapy.

Instead, it's about the hilariously over-the-top lengths he'll go to for avoidance.

The Therapy Session: A Family Affair

The episode kicks off with the Smith family heading to therapy with Dr. Wong. Except, you know, for Rick, who's now a sentient pickle.

Beth, Summer, and Morty are all dealing with their own anxieties, but Rick's absence creates a major rift. Beth is trying hard to keep her family together.

Dr. Wong, voiced brilliantly by Susan Sarandon, provides some cutting insights. Her calm demeanor only serves to highlight the family's dysfunction even more.

Pickle Rick's Unlikely Adventure

Pickle Rick's journey is where things get truly bonkers. He uses his pickle body to somehow build exoskeletons from rats and cockroaches.

He then proceeds to wreak havoc on a high-security facility, all while trying to find a way to turn back into a human. It’s like watching a tiny, green Rambo.

The sheer absurdity of Pickle Rick’s actions is part of what makes the episode so funny. He's a pickle ninja warrior!

Jaguar and the Absurdity of Violence

Pickle Rick ends up teaming up with Jaguar, a deadly assassin voiced by Danny Trejo. They have some pretty brutal scenes together.

Their interaction is filled with dark humor. It asks questions about violence and its purpose, all packaged in a ridiculous scenario.

Beyond the Laughs: A Glimmer of Sadness

Beneath the laughs, there's a current of sadness. Rick's transformation into a pickle is a blatant act of self-sabotage and avoidance.

He'd rather be a pickle fighting rats than confront his own emotions. It highlights his inability to connect with his family on a meaningful level.

The Aftermath: A Family Still Divided?

In the end, Rick does turn back into a human, but the therapy session doesn't exactly solve everything. The family’s problems are far from resolved.

The final scene with Dr. Wong points out that Rick's intelligence is often used as a shield. He uses it to distance himself from true intimacy.

Pickle Rick is more than just a funny episode. It's a look at Rick's deeply flawed character and the toll it takes on his family. It shows the consequences of Rick’s actions, making it darkly humorous.

Why We Still Love Pickle Rick

Despite the darkness, Pickle Rick is undeniably entertaining. The over-the-top action, the witty dialogue, and the sheer audacity of the premise make it a memorable episode.

It reminds us why we love Rick and Morty: for its ability to blend absurdity with genuine emotional depth. It’s a perfect example of the show’s unique brand of humor.

It’s not just about the pickle; it’s about what the pickle represents.