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The Simpsons Christmas Special (1989)

1989-12-17 · 30m · EN
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According to Bart Simpson, "If TV taught me anything , it's that miracles always happen to poor kids at Christmas. It Happened to Tiny Tim, it happened to the Smurfs, and it's going to happen to us." But it better happen fast. The Simpsons are in a Yuletide jam-there's no money for presents, and they may have to cancel Christmas! Before the crisis ends, Homer gets a job as a part-time Santa, Bart gets a tattoo, and the whole family- even Grandpa and Marge's nasty sisters- gets into the holiday spirit when they discover the true meaning of Christmas.

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David SilvermanDirectorMimi PondWriter

Top billed cast

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Dan CastellanetaDan CastellanetaHomer Simpson, Barney Gumble, Grampa Simpson (voice)Julie KavnerJulie KavnerMarge Simpson, Patty Bouvier, Selma Bouvier (voice)Nancy CartwrightNancy CartwrightBart Simpson, Ralph Wiggum (voice)Yeardley SmithYeardley SmithLisa Simpson (voice)Harry ShearerHarry ShearerPrincipal Seymour Skinner, Ned Flanders, Waylon Smithers (voice)Hank AzariaHank AzariaMoe Szyslak (voice)Jo Ann HarrisJo Ann HarrisGirl (voice)Pamela HaydenPamela HaydenSanta Claus Girl / Rod Flanders, Milhouse Van Houten (voice)Christopher CollinsChristopher CollinsMr. Burns (voice) (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions about The Simpsons Christmas Special

What is The Simpsons Christmas Special about?

According to Bart Simpson, "If TV taught me anything , it's that miracles always happen to poor kids at Christmas. It Happened to Tiny Tim, it happened to the Smurfs, and it's going to happen to us." But it better happen fast. The Simpsons are in a Yuletide jam-there's no money for presents, and they may have to cancel Christmas! Before the crisis ends, Homer gets a job as a part-time Santa, Bart gets a tattoo, and the whole family- even Grandpa and Marge's nasty sisters- gets into the holiday spirit when they discover the true meaning of Christmas.

How long is The Simpsons Christmas Special?

The Simpsons Christmas Special has a runtime of 30 minutes.