TV series · 1989

The Simpsons

★ 8.0 · Animation · Comedy · EN

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.

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The Simpsons is a flexible familiar-series choice

The Simpsons can serve a different movie-night role from a serialized drama. Many episodes are approachable without recent continuity, making the show useful when the room wants familiar characters and a short comedy slot. Its long history also means tone and animation vary across eras, so a specific season can matter more than the broad series label.

Provider catalogs may not present every season in every country. Confirm the era or episode the group expects before settling in. Save the show as a dependable My List fallback, while using related animation pages for something less familiar.

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