The Simpsons

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.

Release dates

Season premiere: 2026-08-08
Season premiere: 2023-09-27

Timeline

2026-10-19 — Casting: Apu returns to The Simpsons with a new voice actor after nine years.
2026-10-19 — Casting: Sunil Malhotra revives the character Apu in 'The Simpsons'.
2026-10-19 — Casting: Apu and his wife Manjula return to The Simpsons as full characters.
2026-08-08 — Season premiere: The Simpsons is set to return for Season 38 in September.
2023-10-22 — Episode release: Apu makes his voice debut in the episode titled 'The Revengening'.
2023-09-27 — Season premiere: The Simpsons returns with its Season 38 opener titled 'The Children’s Book Job'.

Cast & crew

Nancy Cartwright · Julie Kavner · Yeardley Smith · Hank Azaria · Harry Shearer · Dan Castellaneta · Sunil Malhotra

Studios & networks

Fox · 20th Century Fox Television · 20th Television · 20th Television Animation · Gracie Films