Okay, let's talk Rick and Morty. Season 4, episode 1: "Edge of Tomorty: Rick Die Repeat." Remember that one? Yeah, the one with the Death Crystals.
I'm just gonna say it. I know this might be an unpopular opinion, but... I wasn't blown away.
The Highs (and My Not-So-Highs)
The concept was cool, I'll admit. Morty seeing all possible futures with those crystals? Classic Rick shenanigans. The whole thing with Morty obsessing over Jessica? Relatable, I guess, if you're a teenage boy.
And sure, the Die Hard homage with Rick? Funny for a bit. But did it drag on a little? Maybe.
Morty's Power Trip
Okay, the alternate Mortys were definitely a highlight. That Fascist Morty? Darkly hilarious. The whole idea of Morty becoming obsessed with his vision of Jessica? Classic, if a little predictable.
But here's the thing: Morty's power trip felt...rushed? Like they crammed too much into one episode.
The Crystal Conundrum
The Death Crystals themselves were a clever plot device. Seeing all those possible deaths? Pretty heavy stuff for a comedy. But did they fully explore the implications? I don't think so.
I mean, imagine the existential dread of seeing your own demise over and over. Morty seemed to shrug it off pretty quickly.
Did it live up to the Hype?
Look, I love Rick and Morty. I really do. But sometimes I feel like the hype train leaves episodes in the dust.
Everyone was screaming about how amazing season 4 was, and maybe I went in with expectations that were just too high. It's possible.
My "Unpopular" Opinion
Don't get me wrong, "Edge of Tomorty: Rick Die Repeat" had its moments. Rick's exasperation with Morty's obsession was gold. And the action sequences were well-animated.
But compared to some other season openers? It just didn't quite reach that same level of brilliance, at least for me. Am I alone in this?
Other Season Openers: A Comparison
Think about "Meeseeks and Destroy" from season one! That was an instant classic. Or even "A Rickle in Time" from season two. Mind-bending and hilarious.
Compared to those, season 4, episode 1 felt...safe. Like it was playing it a little too close to the formula. Which, you know, isn't necessarily bad, but it wasn't groundbreaking.
So, What's the Verdict?
Ultimately, it's just one person's opinion. You might completely disagree with me! And that's totally fine. Maybe you thought it was the best episode ever.
But for me, "Edge of Tomorty: Rick Die Repeat" was a solid episode, but not a stellar one. It had funny moments, cool concepts, but it just didn't quite stick the landing.
Final Thoughts
Maybe I'm being too critical. Maybe I need to rewatch it. Maybe Morty's unwavering love for Jessica blinded my judgement.
Either way, I'm still a Rick and Morty fan. And I'm always excited to see what the show comes up with next. Even if it's not always a perfect 10/10 in my book. Still love you Rick!
What do you think? Did season 4, episode 1 live up to the hype for you?
