The Simpsons

10 Beste Episodes of The Simpsons - Season 28

The Simpsons is an American animated sitcom that has been on air since 1989. It follows the adventures of the Simpson family, and is known for its fearless satirical take on politics, media and the average American life. Over the course of 36 seasons, this show has enjoyed immense success, and has attracted many celebrities to guest star. However, there are some episodes that are generally considered to be amongst the worst. Here, we will rank and discuss the worst episodes of The Simpsons.

Since its debut, The Simpsons has been a cultural phenomenon, with its loyal fanbase and impressive viewership. This is why it is all the more surprising when an episode falls flat or fails to capture the spirit of the show. Some of the worst episodes are those that are either too far-fetched or too predictable.

In this article, we will rank and analyze the worst episodes of The Simpsons. We will discuss why some episodes failed to resonate with fans and what made them so unappealing. This is sure to be an interesting read for any fan of The Simpsons.

Written by Sophie and last updated on Mai 04, 2024.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!

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The Simpsons - S28E14

#15 - Fatzcarraldo (Staffel 28 - Folge 14)

All of the fast food restaurants in Springfield go healthy, forcing Homer to turn to the last bastion of greasy food for comfort.

The episode was rated 7,25 from 1524 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E4

#14 - Treehouse of Horror XXVII (Staffel 28 - Folge 4)

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Better late than never, The Hunger Games come to Springfield!

The episode was rated 7,26 from 2296 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E8

#13 - Dad Behavior (Staffel 28 - Folge 8)

Homer finds a new app that makes his life much easier and outsources his father-son bonding. Meanwhile, Grampa finds that he is about to be a father again.

The episode was rated 7,26 from 1834 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E15

#12 - The Cad and the Hat (Staffel 28 - Folge 15)

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Bart deals with his guilt after betraying Lisa; Springfield is in awe of Homer when he is revealed to be a chess savant.

The episode was rated 7,28 from 1264 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E16

#11 - Kamp Krustier (Staffel 28 - Folge 16)

Bart and Lisa return home from Kamp Krustier early, interrupting Homer and Marge's romantic encounters; Bart and Lisa confront a source of trauma.

The episode was rated 7,29 from 1494 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E13

#10 - The Great Phatsby (2) (Staffel 28 - Folge 13)

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Mr. Burns tries to relive his glory days and crosses paths with a mysterious music mogul. After being conned by him and reduced to bankruptcy, Mr. Burns seeks revenge on the Music Producer with the help of Homer, Bart, rapper Jazzy James and the mogul's ex-wife, Praline. Also, Lisa is courted by the richest kid in town, Smithers begins a perilous journey and Marge opens an obscure boutique store.

The episode was rated 7,30 from 752 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E9

#9 - The Last Traction Hero (Staffel 28 - Folge 9)

A workplace accident leaves Homer in a cast, and in a position to sue Mr. Burns. This leaves Marge unfulfilled, so she turns to an unexpected source for romance. Meanwhile, Lisa is made "Bus Monitor" and tries to keep the peace.

The episode was rated 7,30 from 1739 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E6

#8 - There Will Be Buds (Staffel 28 - Folge 6)

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Homer gets roped into coaching the kids' lacrosse team with Milhouse's dad, Kirk, who is in desperate need of a friend. When Kirk gets too clingy, Homer vents about how much of a loser he is. Kirk overhears his rant and disappears, right when the team needs him most: the championship game.

The episode was rated 7,30 from 1885 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E11

#7 - Pork and Burns (Staffel 28 - Folge 11)

When Marge becomes obsessed with a Japanese style of living, the Simpsons must part with any item that no longer brings them joy. For Homer, this means finding a new home for the family pig. For Lisa, it means saying goodbye to her beloved sax

The episode was rated 7,33 from 1690 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E3

#6 - The Town (Staffel 28 - Folge 3)

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After Homer catches Bart rooting for Springfield’s football rival, the Boston Americans, he plans a family “hate-cation” trip to Boston in an attempt to show Bart that Boston is a terrible city.

The episode was rated 7,34 from 2024 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E22

#5 - Dogtown (Staffel 28 - Folge 22)

After a successful animal rights campaign, all dogs in Springfield are allowed to go where they want and do what they want. Pack mentality quickly kicks in and the dogs of Springfield assert their dominance by threatening the people.

The episode was rated 7,35 from 1424 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E20

#4 - Looking for Mr. Goodbart (Staffel 28 - Folge 20)

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Bart gets in trouble on Grandparents Day at school and is forced to hang out with Skinner's mother as punishment. After spending time with various grandmas in the neighborhood, he learns the benefits of hanging out with the elderly, but eventually recognizes the dangers of taking advantage of them. Meanwhile, Peekimon Get has taken over the town of Springfield.

The episode was rated 7,35 from 1408 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E2

#3 - Friends and Family (Staffel 28 - Folge 2)

Mr. Burns hires the Simpsons, except Homer, to be his virtual family; Homer becomes best friends with the girl next door.

The episode was rated 7,36 from 2207 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E18

#2 - A Father's Watch (Staffel 28 - Folge 18)

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Marge turns to a series of parenting experts for advice when she becomes worried that Bart is destined for failure; Homer decides to open a trophy store; Grampa gives Bart a watch coveted by Homer.

The episode was rated 7,36 from 1441 votes.

The Simpsons - S28E12

#1 - The Great Phatsby (1) (Staffel 28 - Folge 12)

Mr. Burns tries to relive his glory days and crosses paths with a mysterious music mogul. After being conned by him and reduced to bankruptcy, Mr. Burns seeks revenge on the Music Producer with the help of Homer, Bart, rapper Jazzy James and the mogul's ex-wife, Praline. Also, Lisa is courted by the richest kid in town, Smithers begins a perilous journey and Marge opens an obscure boutique store.

The episode was rated 7,39 from 1448 votes.

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