MST3K 513: The Brain That Wouldn't Die

It all comes down to this. If I'd started rewatching and commenting on the episodes of Mystery Science Theater 3000 with a clear awareness there would have to be a "last episode" (even if I got around to considering it sooner than I did the first time through), I might have picked a different last one, perhaps even tried racking my brain to make a decision and "save the best for last"; in that case, "Mitchell" might have been more likely to make the short list. In the end, though, I decided to end with Mike's first episode because of the sense that it represents not an "end" but a "beginning." Of course, I do have the feeling the "Best Brains" were trying their best to make the transition an entertaining one...
( 'I'm just curious. What size collar do you have?' )

( 'So you're saying you're not into dismemberment?' )

( 'I got it. I'll wander around here some more; it'll keep the budget down.' )