List of The Simpsons characters

Simpsons cast

The Simpsons is a long-running American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The show is set in the fictional town of Springfield and parodies American culture, society, television, and many aspects of the human condition. Since its debut on December 17, 1989, The Simpsons has become one of the most iconic and influential television series of all time. The family consists of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie Simpson. The series has a large ensemble of recurring characters. This article provides a list of characters from The Simpsons.

Main Characters

• Homer Simpson - The bumbling, yet lovable father of the Simpson family. Employed at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant.
• Marge Simpson - The caring and patient matriarch of the Simpson family.
• Bart Simpson - The mischievous, rebellious, and misunderstood eldest child of the Simpson family.
• Lisa Simpson - The intelligent, socially conscious, and musically talented middle child of the Simpson family.
• Maggie Simpson - The baby of the Simpson family, known for her pacifier and silent but expressive demeanor.

Recurring Characters

• Ned Flanders - The Simpsons' overly friendly and religious next-door neighbor.
• Mr. Burns - The elderly, greedy, and malevolent owner of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant.
• Seymour Skinner - The principal of Springfield Elementary School, often at odds with Bart.
• Moe Szyslak - The owner of Moe's Tavern, a frequent hangout for Homer and his friends.
• Milhouse Van Houten - Bart's best friend, known for his unrequited love for Lisa.

Supporting Characters

• Apu Nahasapeemapetilon - The hardworking proprietor of the Kwik-E-Mart convenience store.
• Chief Wiggum - The incompetent chief of the Springfield Police Department.
• Krusty the Clown - A jaded, chain-smoking clown with his own television show, whom Bart adores.
• Barney Gumble - Homer's best friend, known for his alcoholism and love of the song "Sweet Adeline".
• Sideshow Bob - A recurring antagonist, former sidekick of Krusty, known for his attempts to kill Bart.

Minor Characters

• Ralph Wiggum - The odd and dim-witted son of Chief Wiggum, known for his nonsensical quotes.
• Patty and Selma Bouvier - Marge's cynical twin sisters, known for their dislike of Homer and smoking habit.
• Comic Book Guy - The sarcastic, overweight owner of the Android's Dungeon & Baseball Card Shop.
• Professor Frink - The eccentric scientist and inventor in Springfield.
• Fat Tony - The head of the Springfield Mafia.

Groups and Organizations

• Springfield Elementary School - The local school attended by Bart, Lisa, and many other child characters.
• Springfield Nuclear Power Plant - The primary place of employment for Homer, and a source of many of the town's problems.
• Springfield Police Department - Led by Chief Wiggum, often depicted as incompetent and corrupt.

Cultural Impact

The Simpsons has had a significant impact on popular culture and has spawned a vast array of merchandise, including books, comics, games, and a feature film. The characters of The Simpsons have become cultural icons, with phrases like Homer's "D'oh!" being added to the Oxford English Dictionary.