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Forget 'Halo' — the latest 'Futurama' episode has a ring world covered in super-intelligent rats (exclusive)

Forget 'Halo' — the latest 'Futurama' episode has a ring world covered in super-intelligent rats (exclusive)

Hulu's latest "Futurama" episode, "Lords of the Ring," takes inspiration from various iconic sci-fi works, featuring a ring-shaped planet inhabited by super-intelligent rats. The crew of the Planet Express crash-lands on this strange world, embarking on a mission to unravel its mysterious origins. With references to Larry Niven's "Ringworld," Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey," and "Planet of the Apes," this episode blends classic sci-fi elements in a unique and hilarious way.

Featuring stunning visuals and clever Easter egg nods, "Lords of the Ring" is a standout episode of the new "Futurama" season.

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