Rick and Morty Season 9, Episode 9 Review & Recap: “Salute Your Morts”
Rick and Morty's ninth season episode nine shifts focus to Beth and Jerry, who become caught in a state of perpetual intoxication after exposure to advanced technology. The episode splits its narrative between the parents' chaotic attempts to navigate space whilst searching for a remedy, and Morty and Summer's experience at an elite summer camp designed to curb their entitlement. The premise capitalises on how the family's repeated exposure to Rick's adventures has warped the younger generation's expectations.
Reviewers found the episode strongest when following Beth and Jerry's increasingly absurd predicament, praising the vocal performances and the decision to reduce Rick's screen time. Whilst the Summer and Morty camp storyline provided entertainment value, particularly through visual gags and references, it was noted as somewhat uneven in execution towards its conclusion. The episode was ultimately characterised as a successful departure from formula, allowing secondary characters to anchor the humour rather than relying on the usual central cast.
- Beth and Jerry take centre stage in the penultimate season episode, discovering intoxication during a comedic space misadventure whilst Morty and Summer navigate an unruly intergalactic summer camp
- Critics found the Beth/Jerry half compelling with strong voice acting, though the Summer/Morty subplot lost momentum partway through
- Rick's reduced presence was seen as a smart choice, allowing supporting characters room to carry the narrative