: Episodes like " Friends and Family " parodied the rise of virtual reality technology, featuring a device eerily similar to modern headsets like the Apple Vision Pro.
Season 28 explored contemporary cultural trends while revisiting classic character dynamics: The Simpsons - Season 28
Glenn Close, Jason Alexander, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Patton Oswalt : Episodes like " Friends and Family "
: The episode " The Town " took the family to Boston, where they briefly considered moving, ultimately concluding that their identity is tied to Springfield. Meanwhile, " Fatzcarraldo " delved into Homer’s childhood memories of greasy fast food. Critical Reception Critical Reception : In " Pork and Burns
: In " Pork and Burns ," the family attempts a minimalist lifestyle inspired by Japanese self-help trends (Marge’s obsession with decluttering), leading to the return of Plopper (Spider-Pig) as Homer’s therapy animal.
Season 28 of The Simpsons originally aired on Fox from , consisting of 22 episodes . This season is historically significant as the first to be produced by Fox Television Animation , taking over from the long-time production house Film Roman. Milestone Achievements
The Evolution of Modern Springfield: An Analysis of The Simpsons Season 28