This segment parodies the "rubber-hose" animation of the 1920s and 30s, specifically referencing Fleischer Studios (creators of Popeye and Betty Boop ).
Dr. Zoidberg saves the planet by performing an "intricate" dance of peace. Due to the segment’s limited animation budget (parodying 70s anime), the dance is depicted as a series of still poses with camera pans. Critical Reception Futurama - Season 6Eps26
awarded it an 8.5/10 , calling it a "fantastic way to bring the season to a close". This segment parodies the "rubber-hose" animation of the
The finale reimagines the crew as an elite mecha team in the style of early Japanese anime like Voltron or Battle of the Planets . Due to the segment’s limited animation budget (parodying
The animation features bouncy, repetitive movements, "pie eyes," and grayscale visuals.
The crew tries to negotiate, but their attempts at "dance-talk" are misinterpreted as hostilities.