A family's everyday antics in an average town become a witty, satirical, and heartwarming pop culture phenomenon.
Campy, with dry wit. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
It stays inside its TV-14, with some innuendo or implied sex and some strong language.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated TV-14.
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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.
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