Jim, having had enough of Peter's deadly tantrums, sets about finding away to cure his transformation problems. The quest leads us back to how and why Peter is so intelligent.

Psy-Crow forces the narrator to read that him and Professor Monkey-For-A-Head have overthrown Queen Slug-for-a-Butt, which automatically happens. Ethel Bleveridge takes her in. To stop them, Jim and Princess What's-Her-Name need her help.

When Psy-Crow drinks a dangerously strong espresso, he becomes Hyper Psy-Crow. Jim must find a way to counteract the new threat before it cause serious problems for the universe.

Jim needs to find a way to improve the show's ratings. He must also investigate the epidemic of people turning into apes after using cosmetic products.

Evil the Cat comes up with his final diabolical plan to destroy the universe when he learns of the prophecy that says that if the circumstances are right, a uniquely terrible singing duo could destroy the universe with their awful song. Lounge act Morty and Eileen fit the bill. Meanwhile, the Galactic Heroes' League deems that Peter's actions have saved the day much more often than Jim's, so they award Peter with Jim's suit. Peter becomes the new hero and Jim must find a new job. Also, Jim notices that the show's budget is running out.