Controversial TV Episodes of Popular Shows That Have Been Totally Banned

"Episode 29" - The Amanda Show

Amanda Bynes starred in her own show called The Amanda Show. It was one of the most popular kids' shows airing during its time on Nickelodeon. In Episode 29, a family called The Lucklesses got their house hit by an asteroid and destroyed. The episode aired on March 17, 2001, but was pulled after the 9/11 attacks. 

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