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The Simpsons (1989)

โ€œJust a product of society that's lost its good manners.โ€

8.0/10 ยท 11,039 votes 0h 22m 14 ComedyAnimationFamily

#2 of 3 TV seriess from 1989 #56 of 128 in comedy

Created by Matt Groening

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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.

Cast

Dan Castellanetaas Homer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty the Clown / Groundskeeper Willie / Mayor Quimby (voice)
Julie Kavneras Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier / Jacqueline Bouvier (voice)
Nancy Cartwrightas Bart Simpson / Maggie Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)
Yeardley Smithas Lisa Simpson / Maggie Simpson (voice)
Hank Azariaas Moe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl Carlson / Superintendent Chalmers (voice)
Harry Sheareras Ned Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Principal Skinner / Lenny Leonard (voice)

Facts

Release dateDecember 17, 1989
Runtime22 min (0h 22m)
GenresComedy, Animation, Family
LanguageEN
StatusReturning / ongoing
IMDbtt0096697

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Questions

How long is The Simpsons?
The Simpsons runs 22 minutes (0h 22m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Simpsons worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8/10 across 11,039 votes, which places it #2 of 3 TV seriess released in 1989 in this index (top 67%) and #56 among 128 comedy titles.
Who stars in The Simpsons?
Dan Castellaneta as Homer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty the Clown / Groundskeeper Willie / Mayor Quimby (voice); Julie Kavner as Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier / Jacqueline Bouvier (voice); Nancy Cartwright as Bart Simpson / Maggie Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice); Yeardley Smith as Lisa Simpson / Maggie Simpson (voice); Hank Azaria as Moe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl Carlson / Superintendent Chalmers (voice); Harry Shearer as Ned Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Principal Skinner / Lenny Leonard (voice).
What is The Simpsons rated?
It carries a 14 certification.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Simpsons?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/765.

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