The Simpsons (1989) — TV Series, Cast, Episodes

Name: The Simpsons
Released: 1989-12-17
Rating: 8.0
Cast: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria

Storyline

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.

Seasons

Specials

Apr 15, 1987 · 82 episodes

Special installments of the series.

Season 1

Dec 17, 1989 · 13 episodes

Season 2

Oct 11, 1990 · 22 episodes

Season 3

Sep 19, 1991 · 24 episodes

Season 4

Sep 24, 1992 · 22 episodes

Season 5

Sep 30, 1993 · 22 episodes

Season 6

Sep 4, 1994 · 25 episodes

Season 7

Sep 17, 1995 · 25 episodes

Season 8

Oct 27, 1996 · 25 episodes

Season 9

Sep 21, 1997 · 25 episodes

Season 10

Aug 23, 1998 · 23 episodes

Season 11

Sep 26, 1999 · 22 episodes

Season 12

Nov 1, 2000 · 21 episodes

Season 13

Nov 6, 2001 · 22 episodes

Season 14

Nov 3, 2002 · 22 episodes

Season 15

Nov 2, 2003 · 22 episodes

Season 16

Nov 7, 2004 · 21 episodes

Season 17

Sep 11, 2005 · 22 episodes

Season 18

Sep 10, 2006 · 22 episodes

Season 19

Sep 23, 2007 · 20 episodes

Season 20

Sep 28, 2008 · 21 episodes

Season 21

Sep 27, 2009 · 23 episodes

Season 22

Sep 26, 2010 · 22 episodes

Season 23

Sep 25, 2011 · 22 episodes

Season 24

Sep 30, 2012 · 22 episodes

Season 25

Sep 29, 2013 · 22 episodes

Season 26

Sep 28, 2014 · 22 episodes

Season 27

Sep 27, 2015 · 22 episodes

Season 28

Sep 25, 2016 · 22 episodes

Season 29

Oct 1, 2017 · 21 episodes

Season 30

Sep 30, 2018 · 23 episodes

Season 31

Sep 29, 2019 · 22 episodes

Season 32

Sep 27, 2020 · 22 episodes

Season 33

Sep 26, 2021 · 22 episodes

Season 34

Sep 25, 2022 · 22 episodes

Season 35

Oct 1, 2023 · 18 episodes

Season 36

Sep 29, 2024 · 18 episodes

Season 37

Sep 28, 2025 · 15 episodes

Season 38

Sep 27, 2026 · 2 episodes

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Cast

Dan Castellaneta

Homer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty the Clown / Groundskeeper Willie / Mayor Quimby (voice)

Julie Kavner

Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier / Jacqueline Bouvier (voice)

Nancy Cartwright

Bart Simpson / Maggie Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)

Yeardley Smith

Lisa Simpson / Maggie Simpson (voice)

Hank Azaria

Moe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl Carlson / Superintendent Chalmers (voice)

Harry Shearer

Ned Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Principal Skinner / Lenny Leonard (voice)

Trailer

Where to Watch

Streaming availability in the US (via TMDB)

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Show Details

Original name	The Simpsons
First air date	Dec 17, 1989
Last air date	Feb 15, 2026
Status	Returning Series
Type	Scripted
Official site	Visit ↗

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FAQ

What is The Simpsons about?

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.

How many seasons does The Simpsons have?

The Simpsons has 38 seasons with 803 episodes.

What is the TMDB rating of The Simpsons?

The Simpsons has a TMDB rating of 8.0/10 from 11,040 votes.