Tag: The Simpsons
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‘The Simpsons’— Why You’ll Never See This Episode on Disney+
In its thirty-four season run, The Simpsons has made its fair share of mistakes. From the now-retired stereotype character of Apu (Hank Azaria) to the infamously homophobic episode “Homer’s Phobia,” the animated comedy has more than a few moments and elements that have aged poorly. Nevertheless, when Disney+ launched in 2019, the streaming platform still…
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Why Futurama Never Feels Pressure To Compete With The Simpsons
“Futurama” is a fantastic series, but it’s destined to rank second place in creator Matt Groening’s legacy. How could it not when the man has “The Simpsons” on his resume?”The Simpsons” is a genuine American cultural institution — everyone knows who the titular family is — and while plenty complain “The Simpsons” has declined over…
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The Simpsons Season 35 Premiere Addresses A Long-Running Fan Question
It’s been a long remarked-upon fact, both in the show and out of it, that most of Homer Simpson’s life doesn’t make any sense on “The Simpsons.” He has a job as a nuclear safety inspector despite his lack of a college degree and is able to afford a fairly impressive house, two cars, and…
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‘Old Dads’: Everything We Know About Bill Burr’s Directorial Debut
Bill Burr is a comedy powerhouse. Not only does he sell out arena shows across the country, but he is also a talented actor, writer, and now director. His directorial debut, Old Dads, is set to release on Netflix in October, and if the film is half as funny as the recent trailer, we’re in…
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‘Cops’ Suffered Its Worst Tragedy
The American reality TV show, Cops, has been with us for many years now. The show first premiered on the Fox Network in 1989 and is currently in its 35th season. It is the longest-running show on Fox after The Simpsons. The show revolves around documenting the lives of police officers, sheriff’s deputies, and other…
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‘Family Guy’ Season 22 – Release Date, Trailer, and What to Expect
The long-awaited new season of fan-favorite adult animated sitcom Family Guy arrives in just a few days! That’s right, the Griffins are headed back to the small screen with even more cutaway gags and witty banter. The latest season will be the 22nd one on the books – which is impressive, to say the least.…
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When Can You Watch ‘The Simpsons’ Season 35 on TV and Streaming?
One of the true pioneers in television animation, The Simpsons, created by Matt Groening (Futurama), has been on the air for over 30 years, including 750 episodes and 34 seasons, with the 35th now set to premiere. Winning an eye-watering total of 35 Primetime Emmys, the show has accumulated a worldwide fan base thanks to…
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The Rick And Morty Season 7 Trailer Debuts The New Soundalike Voices Replacing Justin Roiland
“Rick and Morty” is coming back in October for season 7, but when the Adult Swim animated series returns, you might notice a slight change in the title characters. Then again, based on the new trailer, maybe a lot of people won’t have any idea that series creator Justin Roiland, who also provided the voices for…
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10 Worst ‘The Simpsons’ Episodes, Ranked According to IMDb
Not only is it common knowledge that The Simpsons has gone on for a ridiculously long time, but 20 years ago, people were probably already saying that The Simpsons had gone on for a ridiculously long time. The show technically started all the way back in 1989, and has most recently been renewed for 35th…
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The Toxic Avenger Review: Peter Dinklage Brings Soul To A Gore-Soaked Comedy Of Anarchy [Fantastic Fest 2023]
What happens when you take the z-grade world of Troma — a filmmaking universe defined by utter anarchy, rejection of societal norms, and unashamed embracing of filth and degradation — and toss a lot more money, a handful of recognizable movie stars, and thoroughly modern sensibilities at it? Writer/director Macon Blair tries to answer that…