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.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
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 leads an uprising at Krusty's summer camp after he and Lisa are subjected to a Dickensian sweatshop.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Marcia Wallace, Tress MacNeille, Pamela Hayden, Russi Taylor, Maggie Roswell
Episode 2
Marge is cast in a version of "A Streetcar Named Desire," playing Blanche to Ned Flanders' Stanley.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Jon Lovitz, Phil Hartman
Episode 3
After skipping church one Sunday morning, Homer decides to quit church altogether and spend Sundays worshiping in his own way -- with cigars and beer.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by George Meyer
Episode 4
Homer enters Lisa into the Little Miss Springfield Pageant to help her feel better about her looks. But when she must choose between the title and her integrity, she realizes that confidence comes from within.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Bob Hope
Episode 5
A Halloween trilogy includes a murderous Krusty doll; a "King Kong" parody; an invasion of zombies unleashed by Bart's incantation.
Directed by Carlos BaezaWritten by Al Jean, Jay Kogen, Jon Vitti, Wallace Wolodarsky, Mike Reiss, Sam SimonGuest stars Marcia Wallace
Episode 6
Bart is punished by being barred from the Itchy and Scratchy movie.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Marcia Wallace
Episode 7
Mr. Burns is instantly smitten when Marge takes a job at the nuclear power plant.
Directed by Jeffrey LynchWritten by Bill Oakley, Josh WeinsteinGuest stars Tom Jones, Phil Hartman, Marcia Wallace
Episode 8
Bart has a crush on his new neighbor, a teenage girl who only has eyes for Jimbo Jones. Bart sets out to prove that Jimbo is not as tough as he seems.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Conan O'BrienGuest stars Sara Gilbert, Phil Hartman, Pamela Reed
Episode 9
Homer and Barney become competitors in the snow-plowing business.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by Jon VittiGuest stars Linda Ronstadt, Adam West, Phil Hartman
Episode 10
While trying to get Maggie to say her first word, Marge and Homer reminisce about Bart's and Lisa's first words.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by Jeff MartinGuest stars Elizabeth Taylor
Episode 11
Homer sees a discount doctor for a coronary bypass.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by Michael Carrington, Gary Apple
Episode 12
When Springfield gets a sudden windfall, a charismatic traveling salesman convinces the town to build a monorail.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Conan O'BrienGuest stars Leonard Nimoy, Phil Hartman
Episode 13
After seeing Aunt Gladys die alone, Aunt Selma wants to get married and have a baby... until she spends a day babysitting Bart and Lisa at Duff Gardens.
Directed by Carlos BaezaWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Phil Hartman
Episode 14
When Homer neglects Bart once too often, Bart goes to the Big Brother program to get a new father figure. Stung, Homer replaces Bart with a little brother.
Directed by Jeffrey LynchWritten by Jon VittiGuest stars Phil Hartman, Marcia Wallace
Episode 15
Chief Wiggum's son has a crush on Lisa after she gives him a Valentine out of pity.
Directed by Wes ArcherWritten by Frank Mula
Episode 16
After a DUI, Homer swears off beer for a month. Meanwhile, Bart and Lisa's sibling rivalry plays out in the school science fair.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by David M. SternGuest stars Phil Hartman, Marcia Wallace
Episode 17
Union president Homer fights to keep the dental plan.
Directed by Mark KirklandWritten by Jay Kogen, Wallace WolodarskyGuest stars Joyce Brothers
Episode 18
An April Fools' Day prank provides the jumping-off point for Simpson family flashbacks.
Directed by Carlos BaezaWritten by Jon Vitti
Episode 19
Lisa and Bart write an Itchy and Scratchy episode; Homer makes up a missing high-school credit.
Directed by Rich MooreWritten by Adam I. LapidusGuest stars Brooke Shields
Episode 20
Lisa takes a stand against Springfield's annual snake-bashing festival.
Directed by Jeffrey LynchWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Barry White
Episode 21
Overwhelmed by her family's demands during a flu epidemic, Marge accidentally shoplifts at the Kwik-E-Mart and winds up in prison.
Directed by Jim ReardonWritten by Bill Oakley, Josh WeinsteinGuest stars David Crosby, Phil Hartman
Episode 22
Krusty's Hollywood pals help when his show is canceled after a new star causes his ratings to plummet.
Directed by David SilvermanWritten by John SwartzwelderGuest stars Luke Perry, Hugh Hefner, Bette Midler, Johnny Carson, Barry White, Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith
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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