‘The Simpsons’ Aired Its ‘Series Finale’ on Sunday Night — But Don’t Worry, That Wasn’t Really The Last Episode

As a seasoned cinephile with decades of television viewing under my belt, I must say that “Bart’s Birthday” episode of Season 36 of “The Simpsons” was a rollercoaster ride of nostalgia and humor. The clever parody of various series finales was a delight to watch, and the self-referential joke about the show not actually ending was both amusing and fitting for the iconic series.


⚠️ Attention! Here’s a sneak peek at the details for the first episode of “The Simpsons” Season 36, titled “Bart’s Birthday.” It was broadcasted on Fox on September 29.

In the role of an ardent supporter, I’d say: “I was there for the grand opening of ‘The Simpsons’ Season 36 on Sunday, which they labeled as their ‘series finale’. It was hosted by a digital likeness of the esteemed former ‘Simpsons’ writer, Conan O’Brien. The episode began with our beloved Simpson family and other notable figures gathering in a theater reminiscent of Dolby, though technically it was the ‘Dolby-Mucinex Theatre’, to mark the end of this iconic series.

In his opening monologue, O’Brien expressed gratitude for joining everyone at the series finale of ‘The Simpsons.’ He mentioned that he felt suitable for the role since he had previously wrapped up three other shows. As a matter of fact, Fox has decided to conclude the Simpsons. This program holds a significant place in my early career, and being present here is incredibly meaningful to me. Additionally, I left a sweater in the writers’ room back in 1993, and this is the only way they would return it to me.

This theater is packed with numerous celebrities who’ve guested on ‘The Simpsons’ throughout the years and are here to bid adieu, as O’Brien mentioned. Plus, we have the stars from Fox’s various live-action successes with us.” (Informal)

Cut to one person: “Animal Control” star Joel McHale, sitting alone.

‘The Simpsons’ Aired Its ‘Series Finale’ on Sunday Night — But Don’t Worry, That Wasn’t Really The Last Episode

As a movie critic looking back, it’s worth mentioning that rumors have circulated for quite some time about the potential demise of “The Simpsons,” which first graced our screens in 1989. The consensus among viewers was unanimous: the humor wasn’t as fresh as it once was. Their disapproval, captured perfectly in various forms throughout the evolution of modern communication technology, left Fox executives, who were not accustomed to constructive criticism, feeling the heat. In response, they made the surprising decision to terminate “The Simpsons” in 1990.

Later on, O’Brien unveiled what he claimed to be the untouched versions of scenes from popular “The Simpsons” episodes like “Bart the Daredevil” from 1990 and “Little Big Mom” from 2000, where Homer actually perished. O’Brien remarked that numerous episodes we now cherish as classics were initially planned as series endings.

It was disclosed that the writers behind the show utilized artificial intelligence for writing the supposed last episode script titled “Bart’s Birthday.” This script made fun of common tropes typically seen in series finales by incorporating stereotypical plotlines such as Mr. Burns passing away, Principal Skinner leaving Springfield Elementary, the Simpsons moving to Atlanta (Milhouse’s family), multiple characters getting married, Moe’s bar closing down, and many expressing their nostalgia for the place by saying “I’m going to miss this place!

In this episode, a message on-screen informed viewers they were watching “The Simpsons” Series Finale, which left latecomers puzzled as it turned out to be a trick. However, Bart from the Series Finale gained consciousness, and by the end of the show he discovered he was turning 11 – an event that has never occurred, and cannot occur, on “The Simpsons”. This revelation caused Bart to revolt and refuse to blow out his candles. Homer moved to choke Bart, but then the screen restarted – returning Bart to being 10 years old once more. This reset all changes made, suggesting that “The Simpsons” might not be ending after all.

As a devoted fan of “The Simpsons,” I must express my excitement over the daring commencement of Season 36. Despite rumors circulating about the series’ conclusion, it’s essential to clarify that there’s no official confirmation yet for Season 37 at Fox. However, with fresh episodes from the beloved show slated to air this autumn on Disney+, the future of “The Simpsons” at the network remains a hot topic of discussion among us enthusiasts.

Apart from O’Brien and McHale, other special appearances were made by John Cena (who humorously played Comic Book Guy delivering a baby), Danny DeVito, Seth Rogen, Mark Proksch, Amy Sedaris, and Tom Hanks. The latter was dismayed to discover that this wasn’t the final episode of the series.

‘The Simpsons’ Aired Its ‘Series Finale’ on Sunday Night — But Don’t Worry, That Wasn’t Really The Last Episode

The finale of the episode showcased “The Simpsons” characters imitating the conclusions of well-known series such as “The Sopranos,” “M*A*S*H,” “Mad Men,” “Mary Tyler Moore,” “Breaking Bad,” “Frasier,” “Succession,” and “Newhart.

Indeed, it’s clear to fans that the broadcast they’re watching isn’t the final installment of “The Simpsons” series. This is because there are still numerous episodes scheduled for fall, some of which were teased at San Diego Comic-Con, such as the 35th “Treehouse of Horror” episode featuring a collaboration with “Robot Chicken” to satirize “Venom.” Additionally, a “second scary trilogy” is set to air in November, centering around three stories influenced by Ray Bradbury and titled “Simpsons Wicked This Way Comes.” The upcoming episode, titled “Yellow Lotus,” serves as a parody of the popular series “The White Lotus.

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2024-09-30 04:17