The Simpsons

Jaws Wired Shut

Aired Jan 27, 2002 · 8:00 PM ET · 25 min

When Homer breaks his jaw in an accident, his mouth is wired shut for a month. His resulting inability to talk makes him a better listener, and he becomes closer to family and friends. But when the wires come off and Homer retains his new attitude, everyone begins to miss the old Homer's antics.