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S1·E8 The Telltale Head

Core Aired February 25, 1990 23 min ★ 7.1/10 · 77 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Bart pulls a stunt that shocks the entire town, including the new friends he was trying to impress.

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Episode recap

The Simpsons is an animated sitcom created by Matt Groening and developed by Groening, James L. Brooks, and Sam Simon for the Fox Broadcasting Company. Set in Springfield, the average American town, the satirical half-hour adventures of a working-class family follow the lives of its characters.

The episode titled The Telltale Head is part of the first season. According to the official episode synopsis from The Movie Database, Bart pulls a stunt that shocks the entire town, including the new friends he was trying to impress.

The series itself is a satirical depiction of American life, poking fun at anything and everything, and features a voice cast that includes Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Julie Kavner, and Harry Shearer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 8 of The Simpsons air?

Season 1, Episode 8 ('The Telltale Head') originally aired on February 25, 1990.

How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('The Telltale Head')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 23 minutes.

What happens in The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 8?

Bart pulls a stunt that shocks the entire town, including the new friends he was trying to impress....

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