Essential for: Die-hards, quarantine archivists, “Steamed Hams” truthers. Skip if: You want the golden age. That’s Seasons 3–8. Always will be. What’s your take on modern Simpsons? Did Season 32 work for you, or is the D’oh-thrip too real? Sound off in the comments—and remember, don’t have a cow, man.

If you’re a lapsed fan who stopped watching in Season 12, Season 32 will feel alien. The animation is too clean. The voices are older (Julie Kavner’s Marge sounds noticeably strained). The satire is gentler, less pointed.

For thirty-two years, The Simpsons has been more than a TV show. It’s a cultural time capsule, a prophecy machine, and a comfort blanket. But by the time Season 32 aired (2020–2021), something had shifted. The world was deep in a pandemic. Animation schedules were fracturing. And the show—once the undisputed king of satire—was entering what I’ve come to call the .

By: Springfield Surplus

That’s the real D’oh-thrip. Not death. Just the grunt of a heavyweight boxer who won’t leave the ring.

But if you’re a completist, or someone who finds comfort in the rhythms of these characters no matter what, Season 32 offers a strange, melancholic pleasure. It’s the sound of a show that knows it’s past its prime but refuses to stop showing up.

Related Stories

The Simpsons - Season 32 Dthrip __full__

Essential for: Die-hards, quarantine archivists, “Steamed Hams” truthers. Skip if: You want the golden age. That’s Seasons 3–8. Always will be. What’s your take on modern Simpsons? Did Season 32 work for you, or is the D’oh-thrip too real? Sound off in the comments—and remember, don’t have a cow, man.

If you’re a lapsed fan who stopped watching in Season 12, Season 32 will feel alien. The animation is too clean. The voices are older (Julie Kavner’s Marge sounds noticeably strained). The satire is gentler, less pointed. the simpsons season 32 dthrip

For thirty-two years, The Simpsons has been more than a TV show. It’s a cultural time capsule, a prophecy machine, and a comfort blanket. But by the time Season 32 aired (2020–2021), something had shifted. The world was deep in a pandemic. Animation schedules were fracturing. And the show—once the undisputed king of satire—was entering what I’ve come to call the . Always will be

By: Springfield Surplus

That’s the real D’oh-thrip. Not death. Just the grunt of a heavyweight boxer who won’t leave the ring. Sound off in the comments—and remember, don’t have

But if you’re a completist, or someone who finds comfort in the rhythms of these characters no matter what, Season 32 offers a strange, melancholic pleasure. It’s the sound of a show that knows it’s past its prime but refuses to stop showing up.

3 apps that manage food waste in the Netherlands3 apps that manage food waste in the Netherlands
Leiden introduces special recycling bins for pizza boxesLeiden introduces special recycling bins for pizza boxes
Jumbo to stop giving special offers on meat from May 2024Jumbo to stop giving special offers on meat from May 2024
Lidl to sell discounted bags of damaged fruit and veg at Dutch storesLidl to sell discounted bags of damaged fruit and veg at Dutch stores
The Netherlands is throwing away less food, but it isn't enough The Netherlands is throwing away less food, but it isn't enough
New rules for plastic to-go packaging in the Netherlands from July New rules for plastic to-go packaging in the Netherlands from July
Albert Heijn announces it is replacing plastic bread clips with paper onesAlbert Heijn announces it is replacing plastic bread clips with paper ones
For expats of all colours, shapes and sizes
the simpsons season 32 dthrip
Never miss a thing!Sign up for expat events, news & offers, delivered once a week.
Keep me updated with exclusive offers from partner companies
By signing up, you agree that we may process your information in accordance with our privacy policy

© 2025 IamExpat Media B.V.