The Simpsons

When Homer forgets their wedding anniversary, Marge confronts him, leaving him in trouble over his oversight. At the same time, Milhouse, whose parents have gone missing at sea, steps into the role of the school's cool kid, pushing Bart aside.

Little Orphan Millie is a programme presented as an episode within its series. It falls under the genre of a typical episode‑style show, offering a self‑contained story that focuses on the everyday mishaps of its familiar characters. In this particular instalment, Homer finds himself in hot water with Marge after he completely forgets their wedding anniversary. His lapse triggers a confrontation with his wife, highlighting the strain that a simple oversight can place on their relationship. The situation underscores how even a small slip‑up can spiral into a larger domestic dispute. At the same time, Milhouse steps into the spotlight at school, effectively taking over Bart’s position as the most popular kid. This shift in the social hierarchy occurs while Milhouse’s parents are missing at sea, a circumstance that adds an unusual backdrop to his sudden rise in status. The episode juxtaposes Milhouse’s newfound coolness with the uncertainty surrounding his family’s whereabouts. Both storylines run parallel, showing how personal blunders and unexpected changes can reshape the dynamics among the characters. While Homer deals with marital tension, Milhouse navigates a new social role under the shadow of his parents’ disappearance, offering a blend of domestic and school‑yard drama within a single episode.