The Simpsons (1989)

12/17/1989 (US) • 22m

Family, Animation, Comedy

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.

Top Billed Cast

Dan Castellaneta

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

786 Episodes

Julie Kavner

Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier (voice)

786 Episodes

Nancy Cartwright

Bart Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)

786 Episodes

Yeardley Smith

Lisa Simpson (voice)

786 Episodes

Hank Azaria

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

786 Episodes

Harry Shearer

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

786 Episodes


Last Season

Season 36

2024 | 18 Episodes

Season 36 of The Simpsons premiered on September 29, 2024.

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Status

Returning Series

Network

network

Type

Scripted

Original Language

English

Keywords

nuclear power plant

middle class

cartoon

satire

parody

dysfunctional family

school

adult humor

social satire

family

adult animation

sitcom

kids

animation

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