1989 · Series · Animation / Comedy
The Simpsons
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.
- Created by
- Matt Groening
- Release
- December 17, 1989
- Run
- 38 seasons
- TMDB
- 8.0 / 10
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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) · Pamela Hayden as Milhouse Van Houten / Jade (voice) · Tress MacNeille as Dolph / Cuddle Kitten NFT Leader (voice)