Episode Commentary: Rubberman

If you needed any more convincing that Aqua Teen Hunger Force has reclaimed its place high on the mantle at Adult Swim, the episode “Rubberman” does a pretty job of it. Even with a small flashback scene that feels borrowed from an episode of “Family Guy,” ATHF still delivers this week and does so in a big way.

As a matter of fact, if you can survive the first few minutes [without throwing up], which features an exchange between Shake, Carl and Meatwad involving hypodermic needles and used condoms, then you’re well on your way to enjoying another classic episode.

After seeing his neighborhood begin to morally decay, thanks to this opening scene, Frylock, in his infinite wisdom, creates a mascot for his mission, that consists of the very same items that are responsible for it in the first place. Out of nowhere, Meatwad thinks he has the tools to make it come to life, thus creating “Rubberman” and after a few short minutes, hilarity reigns supreme.

It doesn’t have to make sense to be hilarious and with that being the case, this episode of ATHF satisfies until the credits roll.

Feeling like a combination of “Frosty the Snowman” meets “The Silence of the Lambs,” this episode plays with another great element of the series, Meatwad’s naivete, and uses it to deliver the goods. Add in a few horrible and unfortunate situations for Carl to deal with and some great one liners from Shake and what you get in return is 13 minutes of top-notch adult animation.

Sure, it’s foul-mouthed, immature and disgusting, but it’s also charming, dry and witty at the same time.

All in all, it’s just another great episode that proves the show is dedicated in winning back its old fans.

Watch it now or the Rubberman will take your feet… and arms.

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