S4·E16 Duffless
- Episode
- Season 4, Episode 16
- Air Date
- February 18, 1993
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- Director
- Jim Reardon
- Writer
- David M. Stern
- Score
- 7.7/10 (41 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
After a DUI, Homer swears off beer for a month. Meanwhile, Bart and Lisa's sibling rivalry plays out in the school science fair.
Episode recap
The episode opens with Homer Simpson being stopped by police after a night of drinking that ends in a DUI charge. Confronted with the legal and personal consequences of his actions, he makes a public promise to give up beer for an entire month. The story follows Homer as he attempts to honor that pledge, showing how the decision reshapes his daily routine and his interactions with the people around him. Throughout
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 4 Episode 16 of The Simpsons air?
Season 4, Episode 16 ('Duffless') originally aired on February 18, 1993.
How long is Season 4 Episode 16 ('Duffless')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 23 minutes.
What happens in The Simpsons Season 4 Episode 16?
After a DUI, Homer swears off beer for a month. Meanwhile, Bart and Lisa's sibling rivalry plays out in the school science fair....
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