Controversial TV Episodes of Popular Shows That Have Been Totally Banned

"Comedians" - Beavis And Butt-Head

Beavis and Butt-Head is a weird, nuanced cartoon show that is funny yet uncomfortable. They took that uncomfy feeling and brought it to the next level with their episode called "Comedians." The raunchy show finally crossed the line when it ended up creating a real-life situation. The episode shows the two characters burning down a comedy club. This inspired a 5-year-old boy to do the same to his family home. 

"Episode 0847" - Sesame Street

Did you know that there is one episode of Sesame Street that is deemed too scary for children? In season 7, Margaret Hamilton showed up as her Wizard of Oz character, the Wicked Witch of the West. The episode aired in 1976. Shortly after, the company was flooded with complaints of scared children. It was quickly taken out of syndication. 

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