To get your audience into the holiday mood, you should build a list of Christmas-themed films and television programs. For example, the Simpsons Christmas specials are must-be viewing every holiday season.
The Simpsons have produced several Christmas specials, despite being more known for their Halloween ones. Similar to many earlier show episodes, this one has several noteworthy moments. Therefore, Christmas revelers should have no trouble finding the ideal episode.
There are many generations of Simpsons fans who will revisit their favorite Christmas episodes throughout the holiday season.
Simpsons Christmas Episodes
20. Gone Boy
- Season- 29
- Episode- 9
Christmas-themed opening credits are insufficient to make “Gone Boy” seem festive. As the holidays approach, Bart is AWOL after being held in an underground bunker. He escapes from prison to chase down his former foe, Sideshow Bob.
Even with the return of a fan-favorite character like Sideshow Bob, the episode had nothing amusing. In addition, nothing about it is festive, and the connection to the Christmas season appears haphazard.
19. Bobby, It’s Cold Outside
- Season -31
- Episode -10
For some reason, Sideshow Bob has appeared in many of this year’s Christmas specials. He had a better time on his second expedition, although it wasn’t nearly as much fun as the first. Bob sneaks out of prison to get a job as a mall Santa.
His reputation is at stake after he was accused of stealing Christmas presents from his family. It’s a messy and disconnected story with obvious jokes that are poorly set up for underwhelming payoffs. It’s a pity that such a wonderful character was wasted.
18. The Nightmare After Christmas
- Season- 28
- Episode- 10
Sophie, daughter of Krusty the Clown, may have escaped the memories of many Springfield residents. Krusty is astonished to find that she is being raised as a Christian rather than a Jew when she makes an appearance on the show while visiting her father for the holidays.
This may have been an excellent opportunity for the show to examine the holiday’s religious aspects in a more fun manner. But instead, we get a dull and uninspiring item.
17. The Fight Before Christmas
- Season- 22
- Episode- 8
In “The Flight Before Christmas,” three different Christmas stories are delivered with an homage to the “Treehouse of Horror” episodes. When the family loses a portion of their Christmas delight, dreams help them remember why Christmas is so wonderful.
This year’s edition of “The Flight Before Christmas,” inspired by “Treehouse of Horror,” has three separate Christmas stories. When the Christmas spirit in the family begins to diminish, everyone experiences dreams that remind them of the significance of this time of year.
16. I Won’t Be Home For Christmas
- Season- 26
- Episode – 9
When Homer attempts to please Marge by returning home early on Christmas Eve, his car is involved in an accident, and he ends up at Moe’s Tavern instead.
To alleviate Moe’s sadness, Homer remained behind when he was ready to return home to his family. So instead, Homer leaves Springfield and wanders throughout town after he and Marge argue, while Marge becomes depressed without him.
15. White Christmas Blues
- Season- 25
- Episode- 8
Due to global warming, no one in the United States will see snow over Christmas. This episode attempts to comment on contemporary problems. During the winter, Springfield becomes a famous tourist attraction, prompting the Simpsons to offer their home for sale to anybody who can afford it.
These are just a handful of episodes in which The Simpsons have let guests inside their homes. In recent attacks, there are just too many half-baked ideas rather than a single solid narrative, which is another issue.
14. Kill Gil, Volumes I & II
- Season- 18
- Episode- 9
Gil Gunderson, the most miserable guy in Springfield, visits the Simpsons as a Christmas visitor. Marge takes pity on Gil when he loses his job and asks him to celebrate the holidays with her family. Gil, on the contrary, wastes little time in overstaying his welcome.
Gil, an undervalued character from The Simpsons, can be a lot of fun in moderation. Unfortunately, in this episode, Gill irritates not just the Simpson family but also the audience.
13. A Springfield Summer Christmas For Christmas
- Season- 32
- Episode- 10
Gil Gunderson, the most unhappy person in Springfield, visits the Simpsons as a Christmas guest. Marge takes pity on Gil after he loses his job and offers him to enjoy the holidays with her family. Gil, on the contrary, spends no time overstaying his welcome.
Gil, an underrated character from The Simpsons, can be a lot of fun in moderation. Unfortunately, in this episode, Gill upsets the Simpson family and the viewers.
12. ‘Tis The 30th Season
- Season- 30
- Episode- 10
During the holidays, Marge Simpson must endure much from her eccentric family, which seems especially true. This episode exemplifies Marge’s commitment to making her family’s life perfect, as well as the appreciation she receives for her efforts.
Marge is disappointed when Homer and the children cannot discover the perfect Christmas present for the family, so they devise a novel scheme to cheer her up. This was a rare treasure in prior seasons because of its sincerity and humor.
11. Simpsons Christmas Stories
- Season- 17
- Episode- 9
Another holiday anthology, “Simpsons Christmas Stories,” is full of heart, genuine humor, and a considerable amount of seasonal joy. Among the stories presented are the Simpsons’ interpretation of The Nutcracker, Grampa Simpson’s WWII Christmas narrative, and the level of Jesus’ birth.
Even while the episode does not match the show’s best years, it is nonetheless enjoyable. This musical contains something for everyone, including a few jokes that will make you laugh out loud and an inventive and moving tune.
10. She Of Little Faith
- Season- 13
- Episode- 6
Even though the bulk of the show is dedicated to humor, there are occasions when the program dives into more delicate topics, such as religion. For example, in “She of Little Faith,” when Lisa becomes disillusioned with Springfield’s church, Marge uses Christmas to bring her back to Christianity.
The program is rated lower since it only becomes a Christmas episode in the last five minutes. Despite this, it is a humorous and informative examination of Lisa as a person and a lesson in tolerance.
9. Holidays Of Future Passed
- Season- 23
- Episode- 9
Despite considerable disfavor, the later seasons of The Simpsons have some jewels. For example, many fans feel that the 23rd season’s “Holidays of Future Past” episode may have been the series finale.
The episode occurs in the future when the children have all grown up and left home. The marriage between Lisa and Milhouse, Bart’s depravity, and Maggie’s popularity are all on show. The engaging episode provides give insight into the family’s potential future.
8. Skinner’s Sense Of Snow
- Season- 12
- Episode- 8
Another holiday-themed episode, “Skinner’s Sense of Snow,” does not delve into as much depth about Christmas as one would wish. Instead, principal Skinner and several students are snowed on the last school day before the Christmas break.
In addition to Skinner’s awful Christmas special and the kids’ rebellion against him, the episode is replete with humorous holiday allusions. Homer and Ned enjoyed many chuckles as they attempted to rescue the children.
7. Grift Of The Magi
- Season- 11
- Episode- 9
“Grift of the Magi” is the most evident and humorous of these Christmas shopping-related episodes. When the school is closed, toymakers take over the children’s school and employ them to develop the ultimate Christmas present, Funzo.
Consequently, the episode never takes itself too seriously and enthusiastically embraces all of the bizarre story elements. You get a strange and funny Christmas program when you add Gary Coleman’s incredible presence.
6. ‘Tis The Fifteenth Season
- Season- 15
- Episode- 7
No Christmas special is complete until a character learns the true meaning of the holiday. Homer’s efforts bring the community as a whole to this realization. After buying a costly present for himself out of self-interest, Homer tries to make peace by becoming the most excellent man in town.
The production draws influence from well-known holiday tales such as A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas for the second consecutive year. Witnessing Ned Flanders’ jealous side for a change is also entertaining.
5. Miracle On Evergreen Terrace
- Season- 9
- Episode- 10
Bart or Homer are often criticized throughout the Christmas episodes for spoiling the celebrations. In “Miracle on Evergreen Terrace,” Bart’s attempt to open his gifts early results in their devastation. As soon as he lies and says it was a break-in, the community rallies to the family’s aid.
This Simpsons-themed episode has a variety of unforgettable moments and meaningful messages. In addition, it’s an exciting look at how a fractured family may have a similarly difficult Christmas.
4. Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire
- Season- 1
- Episode- 1
It’s hard to believe that this show’s record-breaking run started with a Christmas episode since it makes no sense. When Homer and Marge find themselves in an unexpected financial jam during the Christmas season, Homer chooses to work incognito as Santa Claus at a retail mall to make ends meet.
This episode rapidly sells the audience on the show’s charisma and humor, despite the animation being a touch off-kilter compared to the current version of the program. And although the irreverent humor is still amusing, the episode manages to pack a satisfying amount of emotion into its ending by presenting Santa’s Little Helper, a beloved family pet.
3. Marge, Be Not Proud
- Season- 7
- Episode- 11
In the episode titled “Marge Be Not Proud,” Bart is once again embroiled in a controversy that threatens to ruin Christmas for the Simpson family. Marge believes that she has lost touch with Bart when he steals a video game just before Christmas, causing him to feel bad throughout the holiday season.
This Simpson’s Christmas episode is filled with funny moments, such as the harsh mall security guard and Homer’s failed effort at a disciplinary lecture. Seeing Bart has been emotionally abandoned is also rather sad, but eventually, everything leads to an emotionally satisfying conclusion.
2. Simpsons Christmas Stories
- Season- 17
- Episode- 9
One of the many anthology episodes in the series but the first to be Christmas-themed. There are three compelling storylines in this episode, and the main plot of the program does an excellent job of weaving them together.
This Simpson’s Christmas episode recalls the story of the first Christmas, how Santa deceived Grandpa, and how Marge persuaded Homer to purchase the right present for Marge for a holiday. Unfortunately, a few cheap chuckles derived from Moe’s despair in the later episode make it a bit unappealing, but it’s still a good episode.
1. The Way Of The Dog
- Season- 31
- Episode- 22
Even though this show aired in March rather than December, it is a Christmas-themed presentation. In actuality, an antique Santa hat sets in motion the events of the episode. The family consults a renowned dog psychologist specializing in canine behavior to get to the bottom of the matter.
The Simpsons Christmas episode of the season can evoke strong emotions in the viewers via its superb writing. In addition to a beautiful reunion with Santa’s Little Helper and his mother, the viewer learns about the boy’s tragic past.
