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 dec 20, 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!
Marge fears a cheatin' heart when a waitress-country singer asks Homer to be her manager.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 661 votes.
Lisa's ability to pick winning football teams kicks off a strong bond with Homer.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 711 votes.
Homer's averting of a nuclear meltdown earns him employee-of-the-month honors--and a call from Magic Johnson; Milhouse's parents prohibit him from playing with Bart.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 811 votes.
Burns sells the power plant to a German corporation that doesn't care for Homer's approach to his work.
The episode was rated 7.75 from 743 votes.
Bart's answer to detention from Mrs. Krabappel is to answer her personal ad with letters from a Mr. Wonderful, but his last laugh is more of a guilty whimper.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 698 votes.
A stressed Marge vacations alone, leaving Bart and Lisa with Patty and Selma, and Maggie with Homer--until she leaves in search of Marge.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 719 votes.
A trip down memory lane to the early days of Simpson wedded bliss, when Marge was with child and Homer was without a job.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 686 votes.
Bart suspects something rotten when Selma gets engaged to Sideshow Bob.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 652 votes.
While working for Fat Tony, Bart gains enough influence with his boss to solve his problems with Principal Skinner--perhaps permanently.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 926 votes.
The results from their aptitude tests cause Bart and Lisa to make 180-degree turns in their behavior.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 708 votes.
Bart fools the town into thinking there's a little boy trapped in a well.
The episode was rated 7.88 from 723 votes.
A deviation from his norm lands Homer in a mental institution, where he shares a room with a man who thinks he's Michael Jackson.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 905 votes.
Homer's half-brother asks for a loan after Homer is awarded some cash.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 642 votes.
Burns hires Major League ringers for the plant softball championship.
The episode was rated 7.93 from 758 votes.
Moe steals the drink recipe Homer invented, and the rechristened “Flaming Moe” turns his tavern into a hotspot. When a national franchise wants to buy the recipe, Homer wants revenge.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 788 votes.
