Current:Home > ScamsIs 'The Simpsons' ending? Why the show aired its 'series finale' Sunday -SecureNest Finance
Is 'The Simpsons' ending? Why the show aired its 'series finale' Sunday
View
Date:2025-04-16 15:20:29
Is it the end of the road for "The Simpsons"?
Not quite: The hit animated series aired its "final episode" on Sunday night, but in actuality, it was a meta-way to start the Season 36 premiere.
Titled "Bart's Birthday" and presented as a "Fox special presentation," the episode kicked off with animated celebrities shown rolling into the "Dolby-Mucinex Theater" for the occasion, hosted by Conan O'Brien.
"It's such an honor to be with you all for the series finale of 'The Simpsons,'" O'Brien says to the onlooking crowd, flanked with animated versions of stars who have appeared on the series, including Seth Rogen and Mr. T. "I knew I was the right man for the job because I've hosted the last episode of three of my own shows, and counting."
We've got room on the couch! Sign up for USA TODAY's Watch Party newsletter for all TV & film news.
Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
He continued: "Well, it's true. Fox has decided to end the Simpsons."
O'Brien then continues the faux obituary for the legendary Fox sitcom.
"Not many people know this, but Fox has been trying to end it for years," O'Brien's character says. "When the very first episode aired in 1989, the viewers agreed on one thing: It wasn't as funny as it used to be. Fox executives, unaccustomed to criticism of any kind, immediately caved to public pressure and decided to end 'The Simpsons' in 1990."
'The Simpsons' writerreacts to viral 'prediction': Is Kamala Harris going to be president?
O'Brien's character aired clips from what he says were unaired series finale attempts before presenting the "final" episode, which was created using artificial intelligence and includes several dramatic attempts to wrap up the show's storyline, including Moe's shutting down and Mr. Burns dying.
A longtime 'Simpsons' characterwas killed off. Fans aren't taking it very well
By the end of the episode, Bart becomes self-aware and realizes his birthday means he will turn 11. (Bart has been 10 years old since the series began.) He refuses, leading to Homer strangling him and the show glitching and resetting. With everything then back to normal, the "series finale" is no longer.
"The Simpsons" remains America's longest-running animated series, sitcom and scripted primetime television series. The first episode aired Jan. 14, 1990.
Though the series may not be as popular as it was in its heyday in the 1990s, the show is still known for its sometimes uncanny way of predicting the future, at least according to fans.
veryGood! (735)
Related
- What were Tom Selleck's juicy final 'Blue Bloods' words in Reagan family
- What’s the value of planting trees? Conservation groups say a new formula can tell them.
- Frankie Grande Has Epic Response to Rumors Ariana Grande is a Cannibal
- Jana Kramer Shares Why She’s Walking Down the Aisle Alone for Allan Russell Wedding
- B.A. Parker is learning the banjo
- Shelley Duvall, star of The Shining and Popeye, dies at 75
- How long should I walk my dog? And how often? Tips to keep your pup healthy.
- Oregon police find $200,000 worth of stolen Lego sets at local toy store
- Average rate on 30
- Computer hacking charge dropped against Miami OnlyFans model accused of killing her boyfriend
Ranking
- Meet first time Grammy nominee Charley Crockett
- You Won't Believe How Many Crystals Adorn Team USA's Gymnastics Uniforms for 2024 Olympics
- Former U.S. Rep. Tommy Robinson, who gained notoriety as an Arkansas sheriff, dies at 82
- 'Stinky' giant planet where it rains glass also has a rotten egg odor, researchers say
- Sam Taylor
- Drive a used car? Check your airbag. NHTSA warns against faulty inflators after 3 deaths
- What’s the value of planting trees? Conservation groups say a new formula can tell them.
- Are bullets on your grocery list? Ammo vending machines debut in grocery stores
Recommendation
Megan Fox's ex Brian Austin Green tells Machine Gun Kelly to 'grow up'
Review: Believe the hype about Broadway's gloriously irreverent 'Oh, Mary!'
Bills LT Dion Dawkins opens up about Stefon Diggs trade: 'I hate to see him go'
The 15 craziest Nicolas Cage movies, ranked (including 'Longlegs')
Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what’s next for those who oppose Trump
New York’s top court allows ‘equal rights’ amendment to appear on November ballot
Nick Wehry responds to cheating allegations at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
The Esports World Cup, with millions at stake, is underway: Schedule, how to watch