The Simpsonsco-creator James L. Brooks has confirmed Homer Simpson will continue to strangle his son, Bart, despite times changing.
The Simpsonsis one of the longest-running comedy franchises of all time, spanning TV, film, andincredible video games, when you think of television’s favourite family a multitude of laughs and gags will likely pop into your head. There are the opening credits that change every episode, Homer Simpson’s love, or obsession, with doughnuts and Duff beer, and of course, him strangling his son Bart when he’s annoyed with him.
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However, the latter joke was feared to be lost for good, as Homer hasn’t laid a finger on his son since the show’s 31st season, which aired between 2019 and 2020.
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After this seemingly throwaway line, many fans were concerned one of the show’s longest-running jokes was finally over.
Luckily, the show’s co-creator James L. Brooks has since responded to the concern, confirming poor Bart will continue to be strangled whether times have changed or not.
Brooks stated: “Don’t think for a second we’re changing anything.”
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The Simpsonsis currently in the middle of its 35th season and shows no signs of stopping anytime soon.
Around 755 episodes of the sitcom have aired since its debut in 1990, and it continues to be one of the most popular animated comedies of all time.
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