Common Side Effects: Blowfish (Adult Swim, Sunday, March 9, 2025)

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Adult Swim’s “Common Side Effects” continues its twisted blend of conspiracy and dark humor this Sunday with “Blowfish,” an episode that finds Marshall in a particularly precarious position. Having been sprung from prison by a rather unexpected benefactor, he now owes a favor. Let’s just say, repayment involves a risky escape plan with a distinct lack of conventional getaway vehicles.

Meanwhile, Frances faces a life-altering situation back in the supposed safety of the outside world. The details remain shrouded in mystery, but it’s safe to assume it will involve further unraveling the big pharma/federal government conspiracy the duo has stumbled into. For those who need a refresher, Marshall and Frances, former high school lab partners, are hot on the trail of a cover-up involving a rare mushroom with world-altering potential – a potential cure for all diseases, conveniently suppressed by those in power.

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“Common Side Effects” thrives on its blend of the absurd and the darkly comedic. Will Marshall’s prison break succeed? What earth-shattering development awaits Frances? Tune in to Adult Swim on Sunday, March 9th at 11:30 PM to find out.

Andrew Martins, reviewer, recapper, deep diver, scifi specialist. Thinks Blakes 7 is better than Star Trek. Yes I do go to fan conventions and no I don't dress up. Well okay maybe I do a bit.