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Auto Erotic Assimilation

  • Episode aired Aug 9, 2015
  • TV-14
  • 23m
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8.5/10
16K
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Christina Hendricks and Justin Roiland in Auto Erotic Assimilation (2015)
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Rick, Morty, and Summer go to an idyllic planet controlled by a hive mind Rick has a surprising history with. Jerry and Beth go to couples therapy.Rick, Morty, and Summer go to an idyllic planet controlled by a hive mind Rick has a surprising history with. Jerry and Beth go to couples therapy.Rick, Morty, and Summer go to an idyllic planet controlled by a hive mind Rick has a surprising history with. Jerry and Beth go to couples therapy.

  • Directors
    • Bryan Newton
    • Pete Michels
  • Writers
    • Justin Roiland
    • Dan Harmon
    • Ryan Ridley
  • Stars
    • Justin Roiland
    • Chris Parnell
    • Spencer Grammer
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.5/10
    16K
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Bryan Newton
      • Pete Michels
    • Writers
      • Justin Roiland
      • Dan Harmon
      • Ryan Ridley
    • Stars
      • Justin Roiland
      • Chris Parnell
      • Spencer Grammer
    • 13User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Justin Roiland
    Justin Roiland
    • Rick
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    Chris Parnell
    Chris Parnell
    • Jerry
    • (voice)
    Spencer Grammer
    Spencer Grammer
    • Summer
    • (voice)
    Sarah Chalke
    Sarah Chalke
    • Beth
    • (voice)
    Christina Hendricks
    Christina Hendricks
    • Unity
    • (voice)
    Patton Oswalt
    Patton Oswalt
    • Beta 7
    • (voice)
    John Kassir
    John Kassir
    • Blim Blam
    • (voice)
    Dawnn Lewis
    Dawnn Lewis
    • Assimilated Alien #1
    • (voice)
    Nolan North
    Nolan North
    • Assimilated Alien #2
    • (voice)
    Rob Paulsen
    Rob Paulsen
    • Assimilated Alien #3
    • (voice)
    Kari Wahlgren
    Kari Wahlgren
    • Assimilated Alien #3
    • (voice)
    Gary Anthony Williams
    Gary Anthony Williams
    • Assimilated Alien #4
    • (voice)
    • Directors
      • Bryan Newton
      • Pete Michels
    • Writers
      • Justin Roiland
      • Dan Harmon
      • Ryan Ridley
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    8sergiotcc

    Mind control + Love

    This episode is great because it is related to an unusual but interesting topic like free will. It presents you the dilemma of being autonomous human being and therefore live in a troublesome society or being controlled -in the case of the episode, being mind controlled- and limited in the decisions you can make to reach collective and social prosperity.

    When all of this is added to the characteristic humour of Rick and Morty series it is a delightful combination. Although the episode is in some extent exaggerated, it makes you question yourself about the implications and consequences of both paths.

    In a more general sense this episode tells us about Rick's past, particularly about an unexplored side of Rick, his love life. It also goes deep into the relation of Morty's parents and how Rick has affected their lives.
    10tynantibz

    Awesome episode

    I really love the creativity in the story, I think it's brilliant.
    10cdehx

    Unbelievably good story writing and cinematic - this is pure creative genius

    This episode in particular stands out as pure genius, with an excellent story line, fantastic characters and just sheer believable human emotions on show. For those that connect with it at the end, the creators deserve respect.

    The Grandfather 'Rick', that we all wish we could be! "Peace out m****r f****r"! Yeah
    7FiftyTwo_52

    When a Hive Mind Breaks Your Heart

    Ep 3 offers a deep and unsettling look into Rick's character.

    While the premise of him reuniting with a hive-mind ex-lover starts as a wild, party-filled spectacle, it quickly becomes a painful examination of his destructive habits and profound loneliness. The story's emotional weight is handled with shocking maturity, proving the show can be much more than just a sci-fi comedy.

    The secondary plot with Beth and Jerry, confined to the garage with a strange monster, mirrors the main story's emotional core, forcing them to confront their own relationship's dysfunctions.

    7.5/10: A potent, memorable episode that feels less like a fun adventure and more like a necessary psychological excavation. It's an effective but slightly heavy installment that still hits the mark.
    9Daddypantz

    Extra 1/2 star for Patton

    What a smart episode. Both the A Plot and the B plot are compelling, which is really fun. The voice acting is solid throughout and I love the design of the Unity planet.

    I also appreciate when Summer and Morty are able to have their own adventures sans Rick. The team up is refreshing.

    Oh, and an extra 1/2 star for Patton.

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    • Trivia
      During the scene where Rick is watching TV and ordering Unity to adjust the story, the show he is watching is Community, another of Dan Harmon's creations. When you see the characters they all look like the actual characters of the show, and the story Rick is creating are real plots and happenings on the show Community.
    • Quotes

      Blim Blam: Um, first of all, hello. Uh, my name is Blim Blam the Korblok. Second of all, cards on the table, I'm a murderer that eats babies, and I came to this planet to eat babies. However, I am also carrying a highly infectious disease that I suppose you could call "Space-AIDS" as you put it. And Rick did chain me up so that he could attempt to cure it. At the same time, Rick's motivation to cure my disease was not to save my life or anyone else's, but to patent and sell the cure for billions of Blemflarcks. But you know the reason why I ripped my chains out of the wall? And do you know why I'm never coming back to this planet? Because the two of you are the FUCKING WORST! You both hate yourselves and each other, and the idea that it has anything to do with Rick is laughable. I'd laugh, but I'm biologically incapable - that's how alien I am. And even I'm sitting here listening to the two of you and being like, "What the fuck?" So, good luck with your shitty marriage, and tell Rick I'm sorry he has to deal with either of you. Blim Blam out!

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      Featured in Cartoon Corner: Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return (2015)
    • Soundtracks
      Do You Feel It?
      (uncredited)

      Written by Chloe Saavedra and Asya Saavedra

      Performed by Chaos Chaos

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    • Release date
      • August 9, 2015 (United States)
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      • Green Portal Productions
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