The Simpsons fans heartbroken by core family member's death
Fans of The Simpsons have been left heartbroken after the shocking death of a key family member in the season 36 finale.
Warning: Spoiler Alert!
In the episode titled Estranger Things, viewers were left devastated to discover that Marge, Homer's beloved wife and a central character since the show's debut in 1989, had died.
However, the jaw-dropping moment comes with a twist as it takes place during a flash-forward scene set 35 years in the future, when Marge's children, Bart, Lisa, and baby Maggie, are all grown up.
Marge's worst fear comes true when her older two grow apart from one another after growing out of their favorite kids' show, The Itchy & Scratchy Show, which they had bonded over.
Although the episode doesn't explain how or why she died, it includes a brief funeral scene at her tombstone. At one point, Lisa refers to her as her "late mother," and later reads a letter Marge had written to be opened after her death, in which a youthful-looking Marge remarks that it's "very unlikely" she would die before her husband.
After some back and forth about Homer's living situation, Bart and Lisa reunite to bring him home, where they watch their beloved cartoon show together once more. Meanwhile, their mother watches from the clouds above.
"I'm so happy my kids are close again," Marge says, just before Ringo Starr appears beside her and adds, "Love, we'll be late for the Heaven buffet. There's a shrimp tower."
"Okay Ringo," she replies. "I'm just so glad that we're allowed to marry different people in Heaven."
In a lighthearted moment, Marge then kisses the Beatles star.
Many fans are puzzled - is Marge Simpson really dead? With the show already renewed through its 40th season, set to air in 2028–2029, viewers will have to stay tuned to find out.
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RTÉ News
8 hours ago
- RTÉ News
The Simpsons fans heartbroken by core family member's death
Fans of The Simpsons have been left heartbroken after the shocking death of a key family member in the season 36 finale. Warning: Spoiler Alert! In the episode titled Estranger Things, viewers were left devastated to discover that Marge, Homer's beloved wife and a central character since the show's debut in 1989, had died. However, the jaw-dropping moment comes with a twist as it takes place during a flash-forward scene set 35 years in the future, when Marge's children, Bart, Lisa, and baby Maggie, are all grown up. Marge's worst fear comes true when her older two grow apart from one another after growing out of their favorite kids' show, The Itchy & Scratchy Show, which they had bonded over. Although the episode doesn't explain how or why she died, it includes a brief funeral scene at her tombstone. At one point, Lisa refers to her as her "late mother," and later reads a letter Marge had written to be opened after her death, in which a youthful-looking Marge remarks that it's "very unlikely" she would die before her husband. After some back and forth about Homer's living situation, Bart and Lisa reunite to bring him home, where they watch their beloved cartoon show together once more. Meanwhile, their mother watches from the clouds above. "I'm so happy my kids are close again," Marge says, just before Ringo Starr appears beside her and adds, "Love, we'll be late for the Heaven buffet. There's a shrimp tower." "Okay Ringo," she replies. "I'm just so glad that we're allowed to marry different people in Heaven." In a lighthearted moment, Marge then kisses the Beatles star. Many fans are puzzled - is Marge Simpson really dead? With the show already renewed through its 40th season, set to air in 2028–2029, viewers will have to stay tuned to find out.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
The Simpsons kill off Marge in season 36 finale as outraged fans slam ‘stupid decision'
THE SIMPSONS has killed off Marge in the season 36 finale - causing widespread fan outrage. The beloved wife of beer-belching Homer has been a mainstay on the hit animated show since 1989. Advertisement 3 Homer Simpson surrounded by family and friends at Marge's funeral Credit: Fox 3 Homer and Marge have been together since the very start of the Simpsons Credit: Alamy 3 Marge looks down from heaven as she watches her children interact Credit: Fox Viewers have watched her and the Springfield natives grow up together over the years. But in the finale of the latest instalment, she appears to have died. The episode - called Estranger Things - focuses on the sibling bond between Bart and Lisa. It shows them growing apart after they stop watching their favorite program 'The Itchy & Scratchy Show'. Advertisement Marge is fearful that her kids will become estranged, which turns out to be a reality 35 years later after Marge has died. The death of the family matriarch appears to be a flash-forward scene, instead of an instant passing away. In the future, Lisa is now the commissioner of the NBA. She is paying for her widowed father Homer to live in a retirement home. Advertisement Most read in TV Old Bart is running it unlicensed, in his latest money-making scene. There is a brief scene of Marge's funeral where Homer is standing in tears over his wife's grave. Jesus and Virgin Mary statues left looking like Simpsons characters after botched restoration of 200-year-old shrine He is surrounded by family and friends. After Homer is taken out of the retirement home by Senior Protective Services, and send him to Florida. Advertisement Lisa then finds an old video tape from Marge, who tells Bart and Lisa to always depend on each other. The siblings then make up to rescue their dad, and take him back home. FREE STREAMING! Apps offer no-cost TV Here are some of the most popular apps that offer at least some free streaming content... Tubi Amazon Freevee Plex TV The Roku Channel Sling Freestream (via Sling TV) FilmRise NewsON Fawesome TV Pluto TV Local Now Haystack News Red Bull TV Free Movies Plus PBS Kids Video PBS Xumo Play A scene then flashes to heaven, where Marge is looking down on the family. "I'm so happy my kids are close again," she says. Advertisement Ringo Starr then bizarrely appears and tells Marge, 'Love, we'll be late for the Heaven Buffett. There's a shrimp tower.' 'Okay Ringo," she replies. "I'm just so glad that we're allowed to marry different people in Heaven,' She then shares a kiss with the Beatles legend. Advertisement It is not known how exactly she passes away. Fans reacted in shock at the news of Marge's death, but are hopeful it is not for a long time yet. "What a stupid decision," said one. Another added: "I haven't even watched The Simpsons in 10+ years but they really killed MARGE?!" Advertisement Read more on the Irish Sun A third said: "What's this I'm hearing they killed Marge Simpson off????" And a fourth commented: "Marge Simpson is dead?"
Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Fans of The Simpsons in disbelief as major character 'dies' in Season 36 finale
While long-time fans may have imagined it in some distant future, The Simpsons has now officially confirmed Marge Simpson's death - for the first time - in canon. Over its 36-season run, the iconic animated series has teased countless near-death experiences for its central characters. While supporting characters have been killed off in the past, the latest season finale takes a bold step by addressing the loss of one of the core five: Marge. In the episode titled Estranger Things, the storyline follows Bart and Lisa's relationship through the years, with Marge expressing concern about how close they'll remain as adults, reports The Mirror. The episode then jumps 35 years into the future, revealing a grown-up Lisa living a successful life, while Bart runs an unlicensed retirement home. In a conversation between the siblings, they refer to their "late mother", confirming that Marge dies sometime before reaching her early 70s - notably earlier than many other Springfield residents who are shown to still be alive. Homer is seen alive but elderly, relocated to a care programme in Florida. Familiar characters like Mr. Skinner and Milhouse also make appearances in the flash-forward - but Marge is noticeably absent. Lisa eventually finds a heartfelt letter from Marge, written to be opened after her death. In it, Marge urges Bart and Lisa to stay close, especially if Homer, against the odds, outlives her. Moved by the message, the siblings reunite and embark on a mission to break Homer out of his Florida facility. The episode ends with a touching moment as Marge is seen watching from a cloud before ascending to heaven - accompanied by none other than Ringo Starr of The Beatles. Though this sequence is presented as a flash-forward, and Marge will undoubtedly return in the present-day timeline when season 37 begins later this year, it marks a significant moment for the series. For the first time, The Simpsons has committed to a concrete version of Marge's future death. Naturally, fans were shocked. "WHAT DO YOU MEAN THEY KILLED MARGE SIMPSON," one user on X (formerly Twitter) exclaimed. "Yo, they killed Marge off The Simpsons!?!?!?! WHAT?!?!," another added. Exactly how or when Marge dies remains unclear, but this moment cements her death within the show's future canon. This isn't the first time the series has experimented with death in unconventional ways. Earlier in season 35, the show jokingly depicted Bart dying from boredom during one of Lisa's long-winded stories - a moment clearly intended as a gag rather than a serious plot point. Since its debut in the 1990s, The Simpsons has experienced fluctuating viewership and mixed reception. In the early years, some parents even banned their children from watching it. Creator Matt Groening recently told Variety that the controversy may have actually helped the show's early success. "One of the best things that ever happened was that some people forbade the show," he said. "It became this exotic, forbidden thing. Bart Simpson 'Underachiever' T-shirts were once controversial and banned in schools. When we made a Lisa Simpson 'Overachiever' shirt, we got in trouble for that too - it said, 'Damn I'm Good'."
