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10 Best Episodes of The Simpsons - Season 22

The Simpsons is an iconic American show that has been airing since 1989 on FOX. Set in the average American town of Springfield, the show follows the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family. Over the 36 seasons of the show, there have been many memorable episodes that have made The Simpsons a household name. Here we will rank the best episodes of The Simpsons, from the highest to the lowest rated.

The Simpsons is filled with comedy, satire and commentary directed at politics, media and American life. It has attracted hundreds of celebrities to guest star in the show, making it even more popular. With so many great episodes, it can be hard to pick out the best. Here we will rank the top episodes based on their ratings, reviews and overall popularity.

So sit back and enjoy this list of the best episodes of The Simpsons, ranked from highest to lowest. There is sure to be something here to satisfy everyone, so let’s get started!

Written by Sophie and last updated on nov 12, 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 - S22E13

#15 - The Blue and the Gray (Season 22 - Episode 13)

Moe attends a seminar in hope of gaining more confidence with women; Marge makes a change after discovering her gray hair.

The episode was rated 7.29 from 496 votes.

The Simpsons - S22E14

#14 - Angry Dad: The Movie (Season 22 - Episode 14)

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Bart's film about an angry father quickly becomes a critical favorite, winning him several awards.

The episode was rated 7.30 from 481 votes.

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#13 - The Real Housewives of Fat Tony (Season 22 - Episode 19)

Fat Tony and Marge's sister, Selma, fall in love and get married; Bart discovers a special ability.

The episode was rated 7.32 from 460 votes.

The Simpsons - S22E12

#12 - Homer the Father (Season 22 - Episode 12)

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When Homer insists Bart must earn the new dirt bike he wants, Bart comes up with a scheme; James Lipton interviews a TV cast.

The episode was rated 7.33 from 480 votes.

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#11 - The Scorpion's Tale (Season 22 - Episode 15)

During a field trip, Lisa discovers desert water that makes usually combative creatures get along; after getting kicked out of the retirement home, Grampa comes to live with the family.

The episode was rated 7.34 from 468 votes.

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#10 - Loan-a-Lisa (Season 22 - Episode 2)

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Grampa gives each family member a portion of his savings; Lisa worries that Nelson's instant success with a new business venture might lure him away from continuing his education.

The episode was rated 7.35 from 546 votes.

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#9 - MoneyBART (Season 22 - Episode 3)

Lisa starts coaching Bart's Little League team; Marge and Bart spend the day at an amusement park, where former MLB manager Mike Scioscia gives Bart advice.

The episode was rated 7.37 from 563 votes.

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#8 - The Fight Before Christmas (Season 22 - Episode 8)

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When the rest of the family seems to lack Christmas spirit, Marge contacts Martha Clause.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 528 votes.

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#7 - Donnie Fatso (Season 22 - Episode 9)

Homer ends up in the Springfield penitentiary after getting caught bribing an official; an FBI investigator offers Homer a way to reduce his jail time.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 535 votes.

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#6 - Treehouse of Horror XXI (Season 22 - Episode 4)

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Worried about the effects of violent video games, Marge encourages Bart and Milhouse to play board games; Lisa becomes smitten with a new student, a vampire; while on a second honeymoon, Homer and Marge rescue a castaway who escaped from his ship.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 717 votes.

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#5 - Homer Scissorhands (Season 22 - Episode 20)

Homer opens his own hair salon after discovering he is a talented stylist; Milhouse professes his love for Lisa.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 506 votes.

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#4 - Lisa Simpson, This Isn't Your Life (Season 22 - Episode 5)

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Fearing that she will end up like Marge, Lisa pledges to focus solely on her academics and not get distracted by other things; Bart puts Nelson in his place and unintentionally earns the title of school bully.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 534 votes.

The Simpsons - S22E21

#3 - 500 Keys (Season 22 - Episode 21)

After finding the keys to every door in Springfield, Lisa finds a hidden room beneath the elementary school.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 510 votes.

The Simpsons - S22E22

#2 - The Ned-liest Catch (Season 22 - Episode 22)

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When Ned starts dating Mrs. Krabappel, he is surprised to learn how many of Springfield's men she has been with.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 467 votes.

The Simpsons - S22E18

#1 - The Great Simpsina (Season 22 - Episode 18)

When the Great Raymondo takes Lisa on as his magician's assistant, she is conned into revealing the secret of his greatest trick to his nemesis.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 462 votes.

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