Simpsons First Episode: Why It Still Works

In The Simpsons debut episode, Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire, viewers are introduced to Americas favorite animated family during a chaotic Christmas pageant, laying emotional and comedic groundwork without any of the shows future iconic gags. Through Homers desperate yet heartfelt journey to save Christmas, and the accidental arrival of Santas Little Helper, the episode sets the tone for the legacydefining heart and humor that would make The Simpsons the longestrunning primetime scripted series in U. S. history. Let s dive Subscribe, Enable ALL push notifications Follow Screen Rant: TikTok: Twitter: Facebook: LinkedIn: Official Screen Rant Website: Video by: Matt Roembke Jose Morfin For copyright matters please contact us at: , thesimpsons, simpsonsroastingonopenfire, homerandsanta, tvhistory, animatedseries