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: Most fans and critics consider it an "average" episode of the era—not a classic, but certainly not a "dud" like some of the season's more repetitive marriage-crisis plots. It’s a solid, entertaining 22 minutes that relies heavily on its guest stars and character subversions.

: 6.5/10 — A fun, if slightly disjointed, watch that benefits from the rare spotlight on the Flanders children. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Rate and Review: Season 17 | The No Homers Club I Simpson 17x14

: The episode is packed with decent sight gags, particularly involving Ned's "Left-Handed Convention" and his awkward encounter with baseball star Randy Johnson. However, some critics felt the "Bart kidnapped by an ape" storyline was a bit too "zany" even for later-season Simpsons standards. : Most fans and critics consider it an

: It offers a rare, interesting look at Marge’s maternal instincts outside her own family. Seeing her challenge Flanders’ restrictive parenting provides some of the episode's strongest moments. AI responses may include mistakes

: In the more bizarre B-plot, Homer takes Bart and Lisa to a sanctuary for retired film animals, where a lonely female chimpanzee kidnaps Bart and treats him like her own child. Critical Review