Top 10 Simpsons Episodes
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If that sounds like too much of a time commitment, or you're struggling with which ones to watch, start here. These are the Top 10 highest user-rated episodes on IMDb, and we've included the time that each is schedule to air on FXX. Don't have a cow if you don't agree with this list, because you can create your own list of favorite episodes of "The Simpsons" to share with other users.
If that sounds like too much of a time commitment, or you're struggling with which ones to watch, start here. These are the Top 10 highest user-rated episodes on IMDb, and we've included the time that each is schedule to air on FXX. Don't have a cow if you don't agree with this list, because you can create your own list of favorite episodes of "The Simpsons" to share with other users.
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1.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer the Smithers (1996)
When Smithers is forced to take a vacation, he appoints Homer as his temporary replacement. (22 mins.)
“ August 24th, 10 a.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
2.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer's Enemy (1997)
Mr. Burns hires Frank Grimes (the human interest subject of Kent Brockman's report) as executive vice president at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant... (22 mins.)
“ August 25th, 1:30 a.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
3.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer's Phobia (1997)
After Marge befriends John, a gay store owner, Homer worries that his presence will have a negative effect on Bart's sexuality. (22 mins.)
“ August 24th, 9:30 p.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
4.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer Badman (1994)
After a series of misunderstandings, Homer is labeled a pervert. He soon finds himself ostracized by everyone in town, and must try to clear his name. (22 mins.)
“ August 23rd, 5:30 p.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
5.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer the Heretic (1992)
After skipping church one week, Homer decides that he is never going back. However, when a calamity occurs, it takes the combined efforts of a number of people from different faiths to save him. (22 mins.)
“ August 22nd, 4:30 p.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
6.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer's Triple Bypass (1992)
Years of poor eating habits catch up with Homer when he suffers a massive heart attack. The family can't afford the triple bypass operation he needs from Dr. Hibbert, so they go to a discount quack named Nick Riviera. (22 mins.)
“ August 22nd, 8:30 p.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
7.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: Homer Defined (1991)
Homer is a hero after averting a nuclear meltdown that he nearly caused, but he doesn't want to tell anyone that he stopped it completely by accident. (22 mins.)
“ August 22nd, 5:30 a.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
8.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: King Size Homer (1995)
Determined to avoid a work exercise program, Homer intentionally gains weight in order to qualify for disability and work from home. However, he soon realizes that being morbidly obese comes with its own problems. (22 mins.)
“ August 24th, 5 a.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
9.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: One Fish, Two Fish, Blowfish, Blue Fish (1991)
After apparently consuming poison blowfish, Homer is told that he only has 24 hours to live. (22 mins.)
“ August 21st, 9:30 p.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors
10.
The Simpsons
(1989 TV Series)
Episode: The City of New York vs. Homer Simpson (1997)
Homer must travel to New York to get his car back, which is illegally parked at World Trade Center Plaza. (22 mins.)
“ August 25th, 3 a.m. ET ” - IMDb-Editors