The Simpsons

Series 3 | Episode 9 | Saturdays of Thunder

Bart, Homer and the soap box racer

Bart becomes deeply immersed in competitive soapbox racing while Homer begins to realise that he's not as good a father as he thought.

After attending a lecture at National Fatherhood Institute, Homer becomes a more attentive father, helping Bart build the ultimate soapbox racer.

But Bart decides not to use it in his big race against Nelson Muntz, instead opting to borrow Martin Prince's scientifically engineered aerodynamic racer. Homer is devastated by Bart's rejection, but still attends the race and watches as Bart beats Nelson.

'Marge, if I spend any more time doing these girl things, I'm going to, you know, go fruity. No, you were right the first time with that quick fix idea.'
- Homer

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Date Time Channel
Wednesday 12 May 2010 6PM Channel 4

Last Shown

Date Time Channel
Wednesday 12 May 2010 6PM Channel 4

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