The Simpsons (TV Series) The Lastest Gun in the West (2002) User Reviews

Why Is This Episode So Hated?

[lanehergest-30698 · 7/10 · 29 May 2018]

By no means is this a great episode, in fact it's fairly average. But I really don't get the hate. I reckon it's just because Western Movies aren't popular these days. Everyone'll just dismiss anything to do with the West, or the south. And that's not counting the unbelievable hatred for country music. Even the old legends!!!

A Nostalgic but Flawed episode of "The Simpsons" that showcases the evolution of the show

[santifersan · 6/10 · 21 January 2023]

"The Lastest Gun in the West" is an episode of "The Simpsons" that, upon re-watching with a new viewing method, reveals both its flaws and its strengths. With this new viewing method, the episode's plot seems uninteresting, like many of the more recent episodes of the series. However, when viewed chronologically, the episode still feels like a classic for those who watched it as children. This is due to elements that would have a strong impact on a child, such as a white bull-terrier wanting to eat them. The episodes from seasons 11, 12 and 13, despite not belonging to the golden era of the show, still feel friendly for children's expectations and interest.

It's important to note that the episode is not bad, but it's not as good as the episodes from the golden era, which had a more complex humor and better developed characters, but it still holds some comedic moments. While the episode may not be as strong as those from the show's peak, it is still an enjoyable watch and a reminder of the nostalgia of childhood.

Another good episode

[studioAT · 4/10 · 25 January 2020]

While I wouldn't say this episode is the show at its best (it is better than most of S12 though) I enjoyed it.

Bart meets an old western star, and tries to help him beat the booze and stage a comeback.

I thought it had its moments, and some nice visual gags.