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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
When a fire levels Springfield, Mr. Burns agrees to the Simpsons' pleas that he fund the town's rebuilding, on the condition that he gets to put on a variety show.
Directed by Matthew NastukWritten by Tom Gammill, Max ProssGuest stars Amy Schumer, Pendleton Ward, Pamela Hayden
Episode 2
Mr. Burns hires the Simpsons, except Homer, to be his virtual family; Homer becomes best friends with the girl next door.
Directed by Lance KramerWritten by J. Stewart BurnsGuest stars Allison Janney, Pamela Hayden
Episode 3
After Homer catches Bart rooting for Springfield’s football rival, the Boston Americans, he plans a family “hate-cation” trip to Boston in an attempt to show Bart that Boston is a terrible city.
Directed by Rob OliverWritten by Dave KingGuest stars Bill Burr, Michael Chiklis, Rachel Dratch, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Dana Gould, Pamela Hayden
Episode 4
Better late than never, The Hunger Games come to Springfield!
Directed by Steven Dean MooreWritten by Joel H. CohenGuest stars Drew Carey, Donald Fagen, Judith Owen, Sarah Silverman, Kelsey Grammer, Pamela Hayden
Episode 5
Lisa and Bart investigate Krusty’s suspicious new "Krustaceans" candy. Meanwhile, Homer wants a promotion at the nuclear plant and asks Marge to help him dress the part, and news anchor Kent Brockman struggles to find his feet in the changing media world.
Directed by Michael PolcinoWritten by Harry ShearerGuest stars Dan Rather, Pamela Hayden
Episode 6
Homer gets roped into coaching the kids' lacrosse team with Milhouse's dad, Kirk, who is in desperate need of a friend. When Kirk gets too clingy, Homer vents about how much of a loser he is. Kirk overhears his rant and disappears, right when the team needs him most: the championship game.
Directed by Matthew FaughnanWritten by Matt Selman
Episode 7
When the Retirement Castle and the V.A. Hospital can’t solve Grampa’s health issues, the Simpsons decide to take a family trip to Cuba to get him cheap medical care.
Directed by Bob AndersonWritten by Deb Lacusta, Dan Castellaneta, Peter TildenGuest stars Stacy Keach, Deb Lacusta, Pamela Hayden
Episode 8
Homer finds a new app that makes his life much easier and outsources his father-son bonding. Meanwhile, Grampa finds that he is about to be a father again.
Directed by Steven Dean MooreWritten by Ryan KohGuest stars Matt Leinart, Pamela Hayden
Episode 9
A workplace accident leaves Homer in a cast, and in a position to sue Mr. Burns. This leaves Marge unfulfilled, so she turns to an unexpected source for romance. Meanwhile, Lisa is made "Bus Monitor" and tries to keep the peace.
Directed by Bob AndersonWritten by Bill Odenkirk
Episode 10
Krusty tries to impress his daughter as they spend Christmas with the Simpsons. Meanwhile, Reverend Lovejoy seeks converts after church attendance plummets, and Maggie is haunted by a spooky Christmas toy.
Directed by Rob OliverWritten by Jeff WestbrookGuest stars Wayne Gretzky, Theo Jansen, Jackie Mason, Natasha Lyonne, Pamela Hayden
Episode 11
When Marge becomes obsessed with a Japanese style of living, the Simpsons must part with any item that no longer brings them joy. For Homer, this means finding a new home for the family pig. For Lisa, it means saying goodbye to her beloved sax
Directed by Matthew NastukWritten by Rob LaZebnikGuest stars Joyce Carol Oates, Michael York, Pamela Hayden, Tress MacNeille
Episode 12
Mr. Burns tries to relive his glory days and crosses paths with a mysterious music mogul. After being conned by him and reduced to bankruptcy, Mr. Burns seeks revenge on the Music Producer with the help of Homer, Bart, rapper Jazzy James and the mogul's ex-wife, Praline. Also, Lisa is courted by the richest kid in town, Smithers begins a perilous journey and Marge opens an obscure boutique store.
Directed by Chris ClementsWritten by Dan GreaneyGuest stars Phil LaMarr, Keegan-Michael Key, Jim Beanz, Charles Barkley, Dawnn Lewis, Pamela Hayden, Kevin Michael Richardson
Episode 13
Mr. Burns tries to relive his glory days and crosses paths with a mysterious music mogul. After being conned by him and reduced to bankruptcy, Mr. Burns seeks revenge on the Music Producer with the help of Homer, Bart, rapper Jazzy James and the mogul's ex-wife, Praline. Also, Lisa is courted by the richest kid in town, Smithers begins a perilous journey and Marge opens an obscure boutique store.
Directed by Timothy BaileyWritten by Dan Greaney, Matt SelmanGuest stars Keegan-Michael Key, Jim Beanz, Common, Taraji P. Henson, RZA, Charles Barkley, Snoop Dogg, Dawnn Lewis
Episode 14
All of the fast food restaurants in Springfield go healthy, forcing Homer to turn to the last bastion of greasy food for comfort.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by Michael PriceGuest stars Glenn Close, Pamela Hayden, Kevin Michael Richardson
Episode 15
Bart deals with his guilt after betraying Lisa; Springfield is in awe of Homer when he is revealed to be a chess savant.
Directed by Steven Dean MooreWritten by Ron ZimmermanGuest stars Magnus Carlsen, Seth Green, Patton Oswalt, Pamela Hayden
Episode 16
Bart and Lisa return home from Kamp Krustier early, interrupting Homer and Marge's romantic encounters; Bart and Lisa confront a source of trauma.
Directed by Rob OliverWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Lizzy Caplan, Michael Sheen, Pamela Hayden
Episode 17
Bart goes from delinquent with detention to the star basketball player at Springfield Elementary. Lisa covers Bart’s success for the school paper, and Homer becomes the team’s coach. Things go awry when Bart gets involved with the mafia
Directed by Chris ClementsWritten by Joel H. CohenGuest stars Stephen Curry, Earl Mann, Joe Mantegna, Pamela Hayden
Episode 18
Marge turns to a series of parenting experts for advice when she becomes worried that Bart is destined for failure; Homer decides to open a trophy store; Grampa gives Bart a watch coveted by Homer.
Directed by Bob AndersonWritten by Simon RichGuest stars Vanessa Bayer, Brian Posehn, Rob Riggle, Adam Silver, Pamela Hayden
Episode 19
Disappointed in Yale, Mr. Burns decides to start his own for-profit university and Homer is hired as a professor
Directed by Lance KramerWritten by Jeff WestbrookGuest stars Jason Alexander, Ken Jennings, Stan Lee, Robert McKee, Suze Orman, Neil deGrasse Tyson
Episode 20
Bart gets in trouble on Grandparents Day at school and is forced to hang out with Skinner's mother as punishment. After spending time with various grandmas in the neighborhood, he learns the benefits of hanging out with the elderly, but eventually recognizes the dangers of taking advantage of them. Meanwhile, Peekimon Get has taken over the town of Springfield.
Directed by Michael PolcinoWritten by Carolyn OmineGuest stars Jennifer Saunders, Pamela Hayden, Valerie Harper
Episode 21
Mr. Burns makes a bet with his old friend that nothing can break Homer and Marge apart. But that's where Moe comes in.
Directed by Matthew NastukWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Valerie Harper, Michael York, Pamela Hayden
Episode 22
After a successful animal rights campaign, all dogs in Springfield are allowed to go where they want and do what they want. Pack mentality quickly kicks in and the dogs of Springfield assert their dominance by threatening the people.
Directed by Steven Dean MooreWritten by J. Stewart BurnsGuest stars Michael York, Pamela Hayden
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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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