As Rick and Morty season 8 gears up for its highly anticipated release in 2025, fans are expecting more of the show’s signature blend of wit and wild storytelling. However, the upcoming season might need to reconsider one trend following the disappointment of Season 7’s most poorly received episode.
Season 7’s finale, “Fear No Mort,” earned rave reviews for its emotional depth and humor, with Morty taking center stage instead of Rick for a change. The episode showcased Morty’s potential for growth, suggesting that future seasons could further explore his character arc. However, not all of Season 7 was so well-received.
The season’s eighth episode, “Rise of the Numbericons: The Movie,” became the series’ most disliked outing in years. Despite being a sequel to the fan-favorite Season 2 episode “Get Schwifty,” the follow-up failed to capture the same magic. It earned a disappointing IMDb rating of just 4.5, marking a significant dip in the show’s usual reception.
One major factor in this was Morty’s limited role in the episode, which instead focused on Ice-T and Morty’s teacher, Mr. Goldenfold. Additionally, Rick’s complete absence—this marked the first time he didn’t appear in an episode—left a noticeable void. The sequel’s heavy reliance on prior knowledge of “Get Schwifty” made it less accessible to casual viewers, making the episode feel more like an extension of a past story rather than a fresh, standalone adventure.
While Season 7’s finale proved Morty could carry a story, “Rise of the Numbericons” highlighted the risks of leaning too heavily on past storylines. As Rick and Morty moves into its next season, the show might need to rethink how it balances its main characters and whether it will continue to rely on callbacks or carve out new territory for its multiverse mayhem.
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