Simon & Marcy

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Adventure Time Simon & Marcy Title Card

Adventure Time episode
Episode no.	Season 5 Episode 14
Directed by	Adam Muto
Written by	Adam Muto, Rebecca Sugar
Production code	1014-115
Original air date	March 25, 2013
Guest appearances
Tom Kenny (Simon Petrikov/Ice King), Olivia Olson (Marceline)

"Simon & Marcy" is the fourteenth episode of the fifth season of the American animated television series Adventure Time. The episode was written and storyboarded by Adam Muto and Rebecca Sugar, from a story by Patrick McHale, Kent Osborne, Jack Pendarvis, and Pendleton Ward. It originally aired on Cartoon Network on March 25, 2013.

Plot

The episode is set in the post-apocalyptic world of Ooo, where Finn the Human and Jake the Dog live. The story focuses on a flashback to 996 years before the main events of the series, during the aftermath of the Mushroom War. It follows Simon Petrikov, who would later become the Ice King, and a young Marceline.

Simon and Marcy are shown scavenging for food and supplies in a desolate city. Simon, who is slowly losing his sanity due to the influence of the Ice King's crown, tries to protect Marcy from the dangers of the post-apocalyptic world. They find a can of chicken soup, which Simon uses to nurse a sick Marcy back to health. Throughout the episode, Simon sings the theme song from the television show Cheers to comfort Marcy.

Characters

• Simon Petrikov/Ice King (voiced by Tom Kenny)
• Marceline (voiced by Olivia Olson)
• Finn the Human (voiced by Jeremy Shada)
• Jake the Dog (voiced by John DiMaggio)

Themes

"Simon & Marcy" explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the effects of mental illness. The episode provides significant backstory for both Simon and Marceline, showing the deep bond they share and the lengths Simon goes to protect her, even as he succumbs to the madness induced by the crown.

Reception

The episode was critically acclaimed for its emotional depth and character development. Fans and critics praised the writing, voice acting, and the poignant portrayal of Simon and Marcy's relationship. It is often cited as one of the standout episodes of the series.

Legacy

"Simon & Marcy" has had a lasting impact on the Adventure Time series, influencing future episodes and character arcs. The backstory revealed in this episode is crucial for understanding the motivations and histories of both the Ice King and Marceline.

See also

• Adventure Time (season 5)
• List of Adventure Time episodes
• Adventure Time (franchise)
• Mushroom War
• Ice King
• Marceline the Vampire Queen

External links

• [Link to the episode on the official Adventure Time website]