The Simpsons (franchise)

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American animated media franchise

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Created by	Matt Groening
Original work	The Simpsons
Owner	20th Television Animation
Years	1987–present
Based on
Book(s)	List of The Simpsons books
Novel(s)
Short stories
Comics	Simpsons Comics

The Simpsons is an American animated media franchise created by Matt Groening for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The franchise centers on a satirical depiction of a middle-class American family consisting of Homer Simpson, Marge Simpson, Bart Simpson, Lisa Simpson, and Maggie Simpson. The series is set in the fictional town of Springfield and parodies American culture, society, television, and many aspects of the human condition.

Television Series

The franchise began with the television series The Simpsons, which debuted on December 17, 1989. The show was an immediate hit and has since become the longest-running American sitcom and the longest-running American animated program. The series has won numerous awards, including Primetime Emmy Awards, Annie Awards, and a Peabody Award.

Films

The franchise expanded into film with The Simpsons Movie, which was released on July 27, 2007. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $527 million worldwide.

Comics

Simpsons Comics is a comic book series based on the television show. It was published by Bongo Comics from 1993 to 2018. The comics feature original stories and adventures of the Simpson family and other characters from the show.

Video Games

The franchise has also produced numerous video games, including popular titles such as The Simpsons: Hit & Run and The Simpsons Game. These games allow players to explore the world of Springfield and interact with various characters from the series.

Music

The music of The Simpsons includes several soundtrack albums, such as The Simpsons Sing the Blues and Songs in the Key of Springfield. The show's theme song, composed by Danny Elfman, is one of the most recognizable television themes.

Merchandise

The Simpsons franchise has a wide range of merchandise, including toys, clothing, and other collectibles. The Simpsons merchandise has been highly successful, contributing significantly to the franchise's revenue.

Theme Park Attractions

The Simpsons Ride is a simulator ride featured at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Florida. The ride takes visitors on a virtual roller coaster ride through Springfield.

Related Pages

• List of The Simpsons characters
• List of The Simpsons episodes
• List of The Simpsons guest stars
• Cultural references in The Simpsons
• The Simpsons shorts
• The Simpsons (season 1)
• The Simpsons (season 2)
• The Simpsons (season 3)
• The Simpsons (season 4)
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