For its milestone 800th episode, 'The Simpsons' is putting Philadelphia front and center in a star-studded production that's equal parts historical conspiracy thriller and comedic romp.
In Sunday's episode, "Irrational Treasure," Marge and Homer find themselves caught up in a wild adventure as they try to get their dog, Santa's Little Helper, in shape for the city's famous Philadelphia Dog Show. The plot is filled with nods to classic adventure movies from the 2000s, including "National Treasure," which featured several iconic scenes filmed in Philadelphia, including one at Independence Hall.
The episode boasts an impressive lineup of guest stars, including Quinta Brunson, creator of the hit TV show "Abbott Elementary," who lends her voice to a character named Adrienne. Kevin Bacon appears as a concierge, while Questlove, drummer for The Roots, voices a tour guide leading a Segway tour through the city's streets.
The episode is also notable for its numerous references to Philadelphia culture and landmarks, including Homer's iconic cheesesteak at Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's Steaks. The show's creators have clearly done their research, incorporating everything from iconic Philly sports teams (the Flyers) to beloved local bands (Boyz II Men).
This is the latest in a long line of Philadelphia-themed episodes for 'The Simpsons,' which has been delighting audiences with its love of the city for years. Past appearances include the 2019 Halloween episode, which featured a cameo by the city's beloved mascot, Gritty.
While this new episode may be the first to celebrate the 800th milestone, it won't be the last time Philadelphia makes an appearance on the show. With its rich history and cultural attractions, the city remains a veritable treasure trove of inspiration for 'The Simpsons' writers.
In Sunday's episode, "Irrational Treasure," Marge and Homer find themselves caught up in a wild adventure as they try to get their dog, Santa's Little Helper, in shape for the city's famous Philadelphia Dog Show. The plot is filled with nods to classic adventure movies from the 2000s, including "National Treasure," which featured several iconic scenes filmed in Philadelphia, including one at Independence Hall.
The episode boasts an impressive lineup of guest stars, including Quinta Brunson, creator of the hit TV show "Abbott Elementary," who lends her voice to a character named Adrienne. Kevin Bacon appears as a concierge, while Questlove, drummer for The Roots, voices a tour guide leading a Segway tour through the city's streets.
The episode is also notable for its numerous references to Philadelphia culture and landmarks, including Homer's iconic cheesesteak at Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's Steaks. The show's creators have clearly done their research, incorporating everything from iconic Philly sports teams (the Flyers) to beloved local bands (Boyz II Men).
This is the latest in a long line of Philadelphia-themed episodes for 'The Simpsons,' which has been delighting audiences with its love of the city for years. Past appearances include the 2019 Halloween episode, which featured a cameo by the city's beloved mascot, Gritty.
While this new episode may be the first to celebrate the 800th milestone, it won't be the last time Philadelphia makes an appearance on the show. With its rich history and cultural attractions, the city remains a veritable treasure trove of inspiration for 'The Simpsons' writers.
... i mean whats next philly gonna start showing up in every single ep? 
they should just stick to Springfield stuff like always... and what's with all these guest stars? can't they write their own episodes anymore? 
just heard about the new episode of The Simpsons featuring Philly 
I'm so down for all the cheesesteak references 
️ and that Questlove is voicing a tour guide? 
he's literally the best 
Geno's Steaks vs Pat's King of Steaks, which one do you think Homer would win at a eating contest 
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! I mean, who wouldn't want to see The Simpsons in Philly? It's like they're speaking my language 
. I love how they incorporated all the iconic landmarks and references to local culture - it's like a little taste of home for us East Coasters 
. And can we talk about the guest stars? Quinta Brunson as Adrienne? Kevin Bacon as a concierge? Questlove leading a Segway tour? It's like a who's who of Philly celebs 
. I'm definitely gonna tune in to this episode, especially for the cheesesteak scene 
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So I'm thinking what's up with Philly being featured in so many 'Simpsons' episodes? It's like they love showing off that city! 
But seriously, it's cool to see them incorporating local culture and landmarks into their episodes. The guest stars are on point too - I mean who wouldn't want to hear Questlove's voice guiding a Segway tour through Philly? 
And that Kevin Bacon cameo is always a bonus. But what really gets me is how they're able to balance the humor with some legit historical nods. It shows they've done their research and care about the city. Maybe it's just me, but I'm kinda excited to see what other Philly-themed episodes they have up their sleeve! 
They're expectin to hit 43 MILLION visitors this year alone! 
And it's not just tourism, the city's got a thriving startup scene too - $1.4 BILLION in investments in 2022! 
Not to mention, Philly is home to some of the most iconic cheesesteaks in the world (Pat's and Geno's have been servin' up those bad boys since 1930!) 
I mean, who wouldn't wanna see Homer gettin' his Segway tour on? 
. And can we talk about how awesome it is to see Questlove and Boyz II Men gettin' their voices used? That's some next-level fandom right there 
. And don't even get me started on the cheesesteak references – it's gonna be lit 
! The writers must've done their research, though – Philly landmarks and sports teams all over the place 
. Can we expect another Gritty cameo tho? 
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, but I just want the writers to try something new for once. Like, have they even watched a Philadelphia Dog Show episode before? 
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. I swear, sometimes I feel like The Simpsons is just phoning it in at this point.
Can't wait to see how they do this city justice - it's gonna be lit! 
But what's even better is that they're bringing in some local talent like Questlove and Quinta Brunson - it shows they're really trying to get the vibe right. And omg, Kevin Bacon as a concierge? That's just too funny 
. The Simpsons just can't get enough of her iconic cheesesteaks 
I'm so down for this episode!!! 