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The Simpsons

The Simpsons

"Just a product of society that's lost its good manners."

8.0(10,561 votes)
37 Seasons
803 Episodes
December 17, 1989
FamilyAnimationComedy

Overview

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.

Status

Returning Series

Created By

Matt Groening

Network

FOX

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

Season 1

December 17, 1989
Episodes

Episodes

Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire
Episode 1
Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire
December 17, 198924m6.4

Homer's Christmas bonus is canceled and the rainy-day funds are needed to pay for Bart's tattoo removal.

Bart the Genius
Episode 2
Bart the Genius
January 14, 199024m7.4

Bart's labeled a genius and sent to a school for the gifted.

Homer's Odyssey
Episode 3
Homer's Odyssey
January 21, 199024m6.8

After being fired from the nuclear power plant for negligence, Homer becomes a safety activist.

There's No Disgrace Like Home
Episode 4
There's No Disgrace Like Home
January 28, 199023m7.4

After seeing families being nice to each other at a company picnic, Homer orders the Simpsons to a family therapist.

Bart the General
Episode 5
Bart the General
February 4, 199023m7.1

Terrorized by the school bully, Bart seeks counsel from Grandpa Simpson, who takes him to a warfare expert for basic training.

Moaning Lisa
Episode 6
Moaning Lisa
February 11, 199024m7.3

The meaning of life and second grade have Lisa playing the blues solo, until she jams with a kindred spirit; Homer seeks tutelage to beat Bart at video boxing.

The Call of the Simpsons
Episode 7
The Call of the Simpsons
February 18, 199024m7.1

The Simpsons put the wild back in the wilderness when their RV goes over a cliff and Homer and Bart go for help, get lost and lose their clothes.

The Telltale Head
Episode 8
The Telltale Head
February 25, 199023m7.1

Bart pulls a stunt that shocks the entire town, including the new friends he was trying to impress.

Life on the Fast Lane
Episode 9
Life on the Fast Lane
March 18, 199024m6.9

Homer's bowling-ball gift "for Marge" prompts her to take up the sport, and maybe also a handsome instructor who offers to teach her "many things."

Homer's Night Out
Episode 10
Homer's Night Out
March 25, 199024m6.6

Shutterbug Bart captures Homer with a sexy entertainer at a bachelor party.

The Crepes of Wrath
Episode 11
The Crepes of Wrath
April 15, 199024m7.2

A little story about how Bart saves France after blowing up Principal Skinner's mom with a cherry bomb.

Krusty Gets Busted
Episode 12
Krusty Gets Busted
April 29, 199024m7.5

Bart's TV hero Krusty the Clown is arrested for a convenience-store robbery, and witness Homer must testify against the clown.

Some Enchanted Evening
Episode 13
Some Enchanted Evening
May 13, 199023m7.2

Homer takes Marge out for a romantic night, leaving the kids with a sitter, who's profiled on "America's Most Armed and Dangerous."

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Top Cast

Dan Castellaneta

Dan Castellaneta

Homer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty (voice)

Julie Kavner

Julie Kavner

Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier (voice)

Nancy Cartwright

Nancy Cartwright

Bart Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)

Yeardley Smith

Yeardley Smith

Lisa Simpson (voice)

Hank Azaria

Hank Azaria

Moe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl (voice)

Harry Shearer

Harry Shearer

Ned Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Skinner / Lenny (voice)

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