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'The Simpsons' 'Robot Chicken' Couch Gag Murders Mr. Burns and Ralph Wiggum

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:06:07 +0000

A few weeks ago we heard the inspired news that Adult Swim stop-motion animation gurus of 'Robot Chicken' had begun crafting a 'Simpsons' couch gag to air later in the season, and the finished product might just be our favorite couch gag of the year. Donut transformations, exploding Flanders and stop-motion murder await in the 'Simpsons' 'Robot Chicken' couch gag inside!

A Man Named Bart Simpson is On Trial And Mr. Burns is The Judge

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:50:13 +0000

If you’re a fan of “The Simpsons,” you’re going to want to keep a very close eye on a totally minor trial in Warwickshire, England. A 56-year-old man is in court this week on charges of carrying a .38-caliber Smith & Wesson revolver in an airport last year. That man’s name? Barton “Bart” Simpson. And [...]

'The Simpsons' to Produce 20-Year-Old Script By Judd Apatow

Mike Sampson — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:00:47 +0000

Exactly 22 years ago, director Judd Apatow ('This is 40,' 'Knocked Up') wrote a script for 'The Simpsons' that was never used (which is not surprising since, at the time, Apatow had no credits and was still a struggling comedian). But now that Judd Apatow is Judd Apatow, 'The Simpsons' are producing the long lost script, which will air next year.

Mr. Burns Endorses Mitt Romney in New Video

Emerald Catron — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:05:18 +0000

It's the day before the election, and the Mitt Romney endorsements are flying in! The first came from Joss Whedon (who strongly believes Romney can jumpstart the zombie apocalypse). This one is from 'The Simpsons' bad guy Mr. Burns (who is the cartoon embodiment of corporate greed). Who's next

Homer Simpson's Boss, Mr. Burns, Reveals His Pick for US President [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 13:14:55 +0000

Which presidential candidate does Monty Burns endorse? You're about to find out.

Columbian Beer Makers Fight for the Right to Rip Off The Simpsons

Mike Adams — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:15:58 +0000

What started out as a novel idea has turned into a corporate tug of war, as two Columbian brothers are now deep in the trenches of a legal battle with 20th Century Fox for the right to brew beer inspired by the hit television series ‘The Simpsons.’ The original idea for the beer was a [...]

Oops! Springfield Not in Oregon, 'Simpsons' Creator Matt Groening Misquoted

George McIntyre — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:29:51 +0000

Sorry to burst your bubble, Oregon, but it looks like you're not the home of 'The Simpsons' after all. Earlier this week, we told you that 'Simpsons' creator Matt Groening had declared to 'Smithsonian Magazine' that Homer and Marge's clan calls Springfield, Oregon their home.

Groening now tells 'TV Guide' he was misquoted.

Matt Groening Reveals Origin of Springfield on 'The Simpsons'

George McIntyre — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:42:50 +0000

After 22 years of ambiguity, 'Simpsons' creator Matt Groening has finally revealed which Springfield is actually the inspiration for the town Bart and company have called home all these years.

It's not Springfield, Michigan. Time to fess up: You didn't even know there was a Springfield, Michigan, did you? I didn't either. (It's a little city near Battle Creek, with a population of about 5,000.) See, you learned something!

'The Simpsons' 500th Episode Offers a Secret Message to Fans

Kathy Landin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:00:26 +0000

‘The Simpsons,’ that prime time television show we all love, has done the impossible by staying on the air for 22 years and 500 episodes. This exceptional milestone was reached on Sunday evening on Fox. But is it still as good at 500 episodes as it was at 100?

Is This One-Man Cover of 'The Simpsons' Theme Better Than the Original? [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:00:39 +0000

Richie Castellano’s one-man cover of Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is pretty amazing, but Nick McKaig’s take on the theme from ‘The Simpsons‘ is even more impressive since he uses nothing but his voice. According to McKaig, the song is made up of over 30 individual parts, all of which he performs himself. And, as an added [...]

10 Great Holiday Moments With 'The Simpsons' [IMAGES, VIDEOS]

Dan Seitz — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 14:00:14 +0000

America’s First Dysfunctional Family has the biggest affection for Halloween, since it happens during sweeps. But it also has taken on the most wonderful time of the year more than once, so we thought we’d present a few fun ‘Simpsons’ GIFs and videos to celebrate the season. Or at least be honest about it. (WARNING: Animated holiday merriment below.)