News For “The Simpsons”: Morrissey Reacts To Parody ; Special Marathon Announced

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Instead of The Simpsons this Sunday, we have to put up with the Academy Awards that I have no intention of watching. As a result, new episodes of the longest-running animated series in primetime won’t return until May 9th. To help celebrate the Academy Awards, FXX is doing all sorts of marathons of The Simpsons starting April 24th featuring the likes of Oscar-nominated actors, parodies of Oscar-winning films, and red carpet send-ups. The multiple-night event will conclude with the Oscar-nominated The Longest Day Care, so, check your local listings to get an inside scoop of what’s going down.

Speaking of Oscar-nominated actors, Benedict Cumberbatch’s take as “Quilloughby” isn’t going over well with Morrissey’s manager Peter Katsis who claims that the clear parody of The Smith’s singer that was exhibited on last night’s episode wasn’t anywhere close. After drudging up a litany of reasons why The Simpsons suck, Peter attempts to clear up all of the misconceptions that The Simpsons focused on as it pertains to the legendary singer, and then ends his post with a few more shots before signing off. I think the best part about his rant is about the ratings for The Simpsons declining, and yet, Peter was clearly watching as the Facebook post went up the day the episode premiered. We had a whole bunch of other issues with the episode that you can read more about here. 

If it makes Peter happy, note that The Simpsons don’t return until May. In the meantime, cheerio darling.

Synopsis:

The longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, THE SIMPSONS exploded into popular culture in 1990 and has remained one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recognizable throughout the world. HOMER (Dan Castellaneta), MARGE (Julie Kavner), BART (Nancy Cartwright), LISA (Yeardley Smith) and MAGGIE are instantly identifiable television icons. Rounding out this cast of characters are many beloved Springfield residents, including tavern proprietor MOE SZYSLAK (Hank Azaria) and nuclear power plant owner MR. BURNS (Harry Shearer). The Emmy Award-, Annie Award- and Peabody Award-winning animated comedy will begin its 32nd season this year and will celebrate a landmark 700 episodes this spring. Additional upcoming guest voice stars this season include Olivia Colman, Hannibal Buress, Ben Platt and Michael Palin.

THE SIMPSONS is a Gracie Films Production in association with 20th Television. James L. Brooks, Matt Groening and Al Jean are the executive producers. The Gracie Films Worldwide Brand Division develops and produces the licensed content for the series.

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