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REVIEW: THE SIMPSONS “GONE ABIE GONE”

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Episode Synopsis: After Grampa takes it on the lam from the retirement home, a frantic Homer and Marge try to track him down, and their search uncovers some surprising secrets from his past, including the revelation that he once worked at a restaurant with Marvin Hamlisch (who provides his own voice) and fell in love with a singer at the eatery. Meanwhile, Lisa is flush with excitement when she discovers the joys of online poker. Original Air Date: Nov 11, 2012 @ 8pm EST.
Guest Cast Anika Noni Rose: Rita LaFleur Marvin Hamlisch: Himself Jennifer Tilly: Herself

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COMICS REVIEW: SIMPSONS ILLUSTRATED #4

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Simpsons Illustrated provides a seasonal showcase for some of the very best ‘Treehouse of Horror’ stories from Bongo Halloweens gone by. First, the Simpsons contend with an ravenous alien plant species in ‘Little Shop of Homers.’

Then, Apu is transported to another world where he joins forces with Kang (and not Kodos) to overthrow a surprisingly familiar despotic ruler on Rigel VII. Finally, Moe exacts a pound of flesh from Homer in ‘The Cask of Amontilla-D’oh.’

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COMICS REVIEW: MAGGIE #1

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Our Simpsons One-Shot Wonders continue with a special issue, featuring everyone’s favorite boss shooting, bear pacifying, mallet wielding, preschool rebellion leading, nail gun riveting, unibrow hating, infant language translating, Bobo cuddling baby, also known as the Gem Child, God’s chosen instrument of peace and goodwill to Springfield. Prepare yourself for the exciting and heartwarming adventures of the littlest and savviest Simpson of them all: Maggie Simpson! Featuring a variant wraparound cover by Sergio Aragones and a little something extra!

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