This one was a real treat. Your passion for The Simpsons shines through in this fun and well-researched ranking. I particularly loved the description of "The Raven" as both "totally Simpsons and totally Poe," a perfect blend of humour and classic horror. It’s a nostalgic read for fans, and your thoughtful insights bring fresh appreciation to these iconic episodes.
I remember when this came out and I was so excited I taped the audio from the TV onto a cassette tape. I'd listen to The Raven segment more than the others and it was my introduction to the poet. There's something so perfect about the way that segment ends too, there's way too much pathos communicated than the medium should allow!
have you ever heard of Okilly Dokilly? They are a spoof heavy metal band that bases all their songs on things Ned Flanders says in The Simpsons (ie: a Heavy Neddle Band)
They do a great song about your number four choice:
There are so many good ones, I’ll have to think on this and come back! Definitely The Shining spoof, and I love it when they give a nod to the Twilight Zone (which they’ve done more than once!)
I love this list but I would have the shinning in my top 5. Might be time for a THOH rewatch.
Very fair, I think a lot of people agree. What would be your number 1? (Perhaps you can tell me after you’ve done a THOH marathon!)
It is when the ads come to life for me.
I really enjoyed that one!
This one was a real treat. Your passion for The Simpsons shines through in this fun and well-researched ranking. I particularly loved the description of "The Raven" as both "totally Simpsons and totally Poe," a perfect blend of humour and classic horror. It’s a nostalgic read for fans, and your thoughtful insights bring fresh appreciation to these iconic episodes.
Thanks Jon!
I remember when this came out and I was so excited I taped the audio from the TV onto a cassette tape. I'd listen to The Raven segment more than the others and it was my introduction to the poet. There's something so perfect about the way that segment ends too, there's way too much pathos communicated than the medium should allow!
I remember having VHS tapes of just Treehouse of Horror episodes, and remember memorizing how long it took to remind/fast forward through episodes.
100%, it remains my favourite Poe adaptation of all time
have you ever heard of Okilly Dokilly? They are a spoof heavy metal band that bases all their songs on things Ned Flanders says in The Simpsons (ie: a Heavy Neddle Band)
They do a great song about your number four choice:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HJZKIFf8CM
(They do some others too, but that's perhaps the best Treehouse one)
Oh my god… this is incredible
yes, they are truly hilarious... another good one is "Purple Drapes" about the episode where marge sells Flanders the "Murder House"
Solid choices all around. I totally would've given The Shinning #10 though
I think with hindsight I'd swap that for Fly vs Fly...
Fly vs. Fly is a classic though. Tough call.
This list came at the perfect time! I was just thinking of doing a family Treehouse of Horror night!
Yay!! What would be your top 3, Reda?
There are so many good ones, I’ll have to think on this and come back! Definitely The Shining spoof, and I love it when they give a nod to the Twilight Zone (which they’ve done more than once!)
I forgot about The Shinning and now regret not having it in my top ten! It’s Tyler’s favourite
It couldn't be anything other than that choice for the number one spot. Great list!
Part of the fun of making lists on the Internet is to get people mad at you! And then perhaps create counter-lists!
This comment is the best! I love this list
Haha good point. I feel much happier doing it knowing Tyler mostly agreed with my choices!