TV series
Just a product of society that's lost its good manners.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Simpsons is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Disney+, Hulu, YouTube TV, Fubo, and Spectrum On Demand in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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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Episode 1
Bart fails four consecutive history exams and the school psychiatrist recommends that Bart repeat the fourth grade.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Marcia Wallace, Jo Ann Harris, Pamela Hayden, Russi Taylor
Episode 2
Homer uses his medical insurance to buy Dimoxinil, a miracle hair-growth formula. After growing luxurious locks, he's given a promotion which allows him to hire a secretary named Karl and makes grand promises to his family at home.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Jon VittiGuest stars Harvey Fierstein, Pamela Hayden
Episode 3
The Simpson kids hide in the family treehouse and tell each other spooky stories. The first regards haunted houses, the second introduces Kang and Kodos for the first time in an alien abduction, and the third is a Simpson-adapted retelling of The Raven.
Directed by Wes Archer, David Silverman, Rich MooreWritten by John Swartzwelder, Jay Kogen, Jon Vitti, Wallace Wolodarsky, Sam SimonGuest stars James Earl Jones
Episode 4
Bart catches a three-eyed fish in a river downstream of the Nuclear Power Plant. This causes the plant to become inspected, and in order to prevent it from being shut down, Mr. Burns decides to run for governor. After a hard campaign which sees Burns rise from being universally despised to running neck and neck with popular incumbent Mary Bailey, it is decided that Burns will have dinner with a random employee the night before the election. Homer is chosen, much to Marge's chagrin.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by John Swartzwelder, Sam SimonGuest stars Maggie Roswell
Episode 5
Homer fires up the crowd at a Springfield Isotopes baseball game and is chosen to be the team's new mascot. He immediately becomes a popular attraction and the Isotopes start a winning streak. As a result, Homer is promoted to a team in Capital City, the Capital City Capitals.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by Ken Levine, David IsaacsGuest stars Tom Poston, Tony Bennett, Daryl Coley, Ken Levine, Pamela Hayden
Episode 6
Bart and Todd Flanders decide to enter a miniature golf tournament. Homer becomes confident that Bart will win and makes a bet with Ned that the father of the boy that does not win will have to mow their neighbors lawn in their wife's Sunday dress.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Maggie Roswell
Episode 7
Lisa makes a table centerpiece for the Thanksgiving dinner, which Bart accidentally destroys. After he is sent to his room by his parents, Bart angrily runs away from home and experiences a very different kind of Thanksgiving holiday.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by John Swartzwelder, George MeyerGuest stars Greg Berg, Maggie Roswell
Episode 8
The Simpsons go to a Monster truck rally that features famous daredevil Lance Murdock. Bart immediately becomes enamored and decides that he wants to become a daredevil as well. His first stunt ends in injury, but to gain the respect of his friends, he promises a far more impressive feat to them: to jump the Springfield Gorge.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Jay Kogen, Wallace WolodarskyGuest stars Pamela Hayden, Maggie Roswell
Episode 9
Maggie attacks Homer with a mallet after seeing it on Itchy & Scratchy. Marge begins a protest outside the production offices, demanding the show be retooled to prevent further violence.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Alex Rocco, Pamela Hayden, Maggie Roswell
Episode 10
After Mr. Burns hits Bart with his car, ambulance-chasing attorney Lionel Hutz persuades Homer and Marge to sue for a million dollars.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Phil Hartman, Doris Grau
Episode 11
After eating poisonous blowfish at a sushi restaurant, Homer decides to live life to the fullest in the 24 hours he has left to live.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Nell ScovellGuest stars Sab Shimono, Larry King, George Takei, Diana Tanaka, Joey Miyashima
Episode 12
When the TV breaks, Marge and Homer entertain the kids with the story of how they first met.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by Al Jean, Mike Reiss, Sam SimonGuest stars Jon Lovitz, Tress MacNeille, Maggie Roswell
Episode 13
Homer becomes the most popular guy in town when he gets an illegal cable hook-up, but Lisa fears he will go to hell for violating the Eighth Commandment.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Steve PepoonGuest stars Tress MacNeille, Pamela Hayden, Phil Hartman
Episode 14
When Marge begs Homer to find Selma a husband, he sets her up with Principal Skinner... who falls in love with Patty instead.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Marcia Wallace, Pamela Hayden
Episode 15
Homer's long-lost half-brother is the CEO of a car company that's wildly successful... until he hires Homer to help design a car for the average man.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Danny DeVito, Pamela Hayden, Maggie Roswell
Episode 16
After a series of destructive acts, Homer decides that Santa's Little Helper must go unless he passes obedience school. As the dog's last hours with the family approach, Bart must find a way to get through to him.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by Jon VittiGuest stars Pamela Hayden, Frank Welker, Tracey Ullman
Episode 17
When Grandpa's new girlfriend at the Springfield Retirement Castle dies, he inherits her savings and must decide the best way to spend his windfall.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by Jay Kogen, Wallace WolodarskyGuest stars Audrey Meadows, Phil Hartman, Maggie Roswell
Episode 18
Marge rediscovers her interest in art and takes up painting. When Mr. Burns hires her to paint his official portrait, Marge tries but fails to find his "inner beauty."
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by Brian K. RobertsGuest stars Ringo Starr, Jon Lovitz, Maggie Roswell
Episode 19
With Miss Hoover out sick, a substitute teacher takes the class and becomes an inspiring role model for Lisa.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Jon VittiGuest stars Dustin Hoffman, Marcia Wallace, Pamela Hayden, Maggie Roswell, Russi Taylor
Episode 20
At a lakeside retreat for married couples, Marge is determined to fix her marriage with Homer, but Homer is more determined to catch General Sherman, the freakishly large catfish that lives in the lake.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Maggie Roswell, Pamela Hayden
Episode 21
Bart, Milhouse, and Martin pool their money to buy the new first issue of Radioactive Man, but their investment and their friendship are threatened when they can't agree on who will keep it.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Cloris Leachman, Daniel Stern, Russi Taylor, Pamela Hayden
Episode 22
When Mr. Burns is saved by a transfusion of Bart's blood, Homer expects a handsome reward but is outraged to receive only a simple thank-you note.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by George MeyerGuest stars Maggie Roswell
Episode information updated Jul 25, 2026
Dan CastellanetaHomer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty (voice)
Julie KavnerMarge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier (voice)
Nancy CartwrightBart Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)
Yeardley SmithLisa Simpson (voice)
Hank AzariaMoe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl (voice)
Harry ShearerNed Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Skinner / Lenny (voice)
Jane KaczmarekConstance Harm (voice)
Jackie MasonHyman Krustofsky (voice)
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