Episode 5: Roger Codger (ULTIMATE • WORKFLOW)

When Bullock nearly catches Roger, Stan loses his cool. Fed up with Roger’s laziness and the constant risk of being sent to a lab, Stan lashes out. This leads to Roger falling into a "hibernation" state that looks suspiciously like death. Panicked and thinking he’s killed his friend, Stan dumps Roger in a dumpster—only for the alien to wake up in a trash incinerator. Roger’s "Grand" Escape

"Roger Codger" is pivotal because it explores the concept of the By the end of the episode, Hayley points out that the debt Stan owed Roger (for saving his life in the series premiere) has finally been repaid. It resets their relationship, allowing them to move forward as dysfunctional equals rather than just master and "pet." Notable Trivia: Episode 5: Roger Codger

Keep an ear out for Cristofani’s "Shake it Up" and "Honey Dove" by Lee Fields. When Bullock nearly catches Roger, Stan loses his cool

During these early seasons, the front-page headline was a recurring satirical gag that changed every episode. Panicked and thinking he’s killed his friend, Stan

This episode reveals that the Principal's first name is Brian .

What’s your favorite Roger "historical flashback" from this episode?

The stakes are high when Stan’s boss at the CIA, (voiced by the legendary Patrick Stewart), comes over for dinner. In a classic sitcom setup, Stan is desperate to impress his superior, but there’s one major complication: a flamboyant, wine-loving grey alien living in the attic.