Key Components of a Top Homer Episode: Insights from ‘Simpsons’ Showrunner

Disney+ recently made a change to their Simpsons streaming channel that has fans buzzing. Instead of airing every single episode of The Simpsons in order like they used to, the channel is now exclusively showing the 200 best Homer-centric episodes. These episodes were curated by Disney+ and Simpsons showrunner Matt Selman based on fan lists and their own preferences.

In a recent interview, Selman shed some light on the decision-making process behind this update. Initially, the channel played every episode sequentially, but they wanted to shake things up. They considered different ways to organize the episodes, like playing them backwards or following a fan-voted top 100 list. Ultimately, they settled on showcasing the top 200 Homer episodes in chronological order.

Selman explained that Disney+ provided him with an initial list of episodes compiled from online sources, which he then meticulously reviewed to ensure each one truly focused on Homer’s character. For example, he opted to exclude “Flaming Moe’s” from the lineup, despite its strong Homer storyline, because it delved more into the life of a side character.

Overall, the revamped Simpsons stream aims to highlight the best, most Homer-centric episodes from the iconic show. While fans may have differing opinions on the selections, the goal is to spark discussion and keep viewers engaged with fresh content.