Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs

Set in a distant future where interstellar travel and dimensional travel exist. A month after the universe was ripped open, the characters cope with the consequences, embark on expeditions, and confront a cosmic romance and conflict that rewrite what it means to be together.

Most of the action centers on Earth, which becomes a focal point as humanity contends with the universe-splitting anomaly. The plot expands into the interdimensional space beyond the anomaly, where Yivo's tentacles begin invading across the cosmos. The setting moves between ordinary Earth life and surreal cosmic encounters that redefine relationships, belief, and power across civilizations.

💞 Love and Consent

The narrative probes how love can emerge in unconventional ways, with Yivo's invasive tentacles reshaping relationships. It contrasts casual dating, commitment, and the boundaries of desire, while highlighting the complexities of consent and manipulation. The story asks whether genuine affection can flourish when relationships are tested by extraordinary circumstances.

🤝 Belonging

Yivo's bid to unite the universe promises a sense of belonging that transcends species and worlds. Characters confront loneliness and seek acceptance, only to discover that widespread intimacy without boundaries can destabilize communities. The resolution suggests belonging must coexist with personal autonomy.

🪐 Cosmic Scale

The plot widens from personal relationships to planetary and universal consequences of a powerful alien presence. The anomaly acts as a bridge between universes, forcing civilizations to reconsider what it means to live together. The film uses humor to explore grand, cosmic stakes.

🔎 Truth and Deception

Revelations about Yivo's reproductive organs and the true purpose behind the tentacle invasion challenge the characters’ beliefs. The resolution hinges on transparency, choice, and forgiveness amid jealousy and political pressure. The satire questions what people will believe when confronted with miraculous events.