Futurama is a classic animated comedy show created by Matt Groening, the same person behind The Simpsons. Set in the year 3000, the show follows the adventures of Philip J. Fry, a pizza delivery boy who wakes up after being cryogenically frozen for a thousand years. The show originally aired on Comedy Central in 1999, and ran for 8 seasons. With its witty dialogue, colorful characters, and hilarious storylines, Futurama has become one of the most beloved animated shows of all time. In this article, we will be looking at some of the best episodes of Futurama, ranked from top to bottom.
The episodes of Futurama run the gamut from serious to silly, as they explore a wide range of topics such as politics, philosophy, and science fiction. But no matter what the topic is, each episode is sure to include plenty of laughs. From the hilarious robot Bender to the loveable Professor Farnsworth, there is something for everyone in this show.
Whether you are a long-time fan of Futurama or just discovering it for the first time, this list of the best episodes of the show has something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and enjoy as we countdown the top episodes of Futurama.
Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 14, 2025.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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Futurama is reimagined in the form of classic children's mystery books.
The episode was rated 6.11 from 372 votes.
After Bender sells an NFT representing the "Concept of Bender", he feels lost and returns to his ancestral village in Mexico to rediscover himself.
The episode was rated 6.60 from 527 votes.
Bender becomes a matador in the sport of "Bug Fighting."
The episode was rated 6.60 from 401 votes.
Bizarre aliens force the crew to reenact all the classic children's games Fry played at his 8th birthday party... except this time, they are played TO THE DEATH!
The episode was rated 6.64 from 494 votes.
Amy sets out to collect the cutest toys in the universe – but they are not as harmless as they appear.
The episode was rated 6.81 from 357 votes.
Leela becomes friends with a jealous chatbot.
The episode was rated 6.82 from 399 votes.
Hermes inherits a Jamaican coffee farm that holds the ruins of an ancient spaceship.
The episode was rated 6.89 from 367 votes.
A mysterious temp worker takes over Fry's job... as well as his entire life.
The episode was rated 6.97 from 420 votes.
The Professor's fast-fashion clothes are a smash hit, but an environmental disaster.
The episode was rated 6.98 from 386 votes.
When Fry proposes to Leela, he is overcome by a near-fatal attack of déjà vu.
The episode was rated 7.05 from 355 votes.
