video memorial is shown. Production This episode was actress Kristen Bell's favorite episode as of 2006. Series regular Sydney Tamiia Poitier (Mallory Dent) does not appear in this episode. This episode's title is a tongue-in-cheek reference to the classic science fiction film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Music The following music can be heard in the episode: "Supernatural Supergirl" by Josh Kramon "Everything" by Josh Kramon "All That We Perceive" by Thievery Corporation "Diverse City" by Toby Mac "Party Crashers" by Radio 4 "Now Is the Time" by Damone Reception Ratings In its original broadcast, the episode was watched by 3.12 million viewers, ranking 98 of 107 in the weekly rankings. Reviews Rowan Kaiser, writing for The A.V. Club, praised the episode. He notes that the episode contained the "single moment when Veronica Mars got its claws into me". He also stated that "[t]here was comedy, drama, ridiculousness, and important character beats yes, but there was also a driving momentum that screamed 'Veronica Mars can be a great show!' " Price Peterson, writing for TV.com, gave the episode a mixed review. He stated that while Lilly "seemed kind of obnoxious," the scene at the end of the episode was a "truly memorable and touching moment." Sally Tamarkin, writing for Slate, praised the episode and said that it got the viewer hooked on the show. " 'The Wrath of Con' showcases Veronica’s most salient qualities: her fierce loyalty to friends, her commitment to fairness and justice, and her wisecracking badassedness." The reviewer went on to state that " 'The Wrath of Con' is illustrative of a couple of other things that make the show great. Veronica Mars routinely plumbs emotional depths while avoiding cringey sentimentality. Veronica’s relationship with her dad and her BFF-ship with Wallace are tender but not uncomplicated, and the sweetness of the moments they share are cut with humor." Author Rhonda Wilcox notes the "I never" game flashback in which Duncan and Veronica admit to being virgins, and the dream sequences from this episode in her discussions of the show. John Ramos, writing in Neptune Noir: Unauthorized Investigations Into Veronica Mars, notes the episode as one where Keith has lied to aid Veronica. The episode has been referenced in multiple graduate theses. References External links "The Wrath of Con" at Mars Investigations 2004 American television episodes Veronica Mars (season 1) episodes pt:The Wrath of Con