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SEASON 1 · 1989

The Simpsons: Season 1

13EPISODES
1989YEAR
38SEASONS

The Simpsons season 1 is available in the US on Disney Plus, Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 6 more.

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The Simpsons season 1 streaming guide

The Simpsons season 1 (1989) has 13 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Disney Plus, Hulu, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. The season premiered on December 17, 1989. The last episode aired on May 13, 1990.

Season 1 Episodes

1
Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire
Season 1, Episode 1· December 17, 1989· 24 min

Homer's Christmas bonus is canceled and the rainy-day funds are needed to pay for Bart's tattoo removal.

2
Bart the Genius
Season 1, Episode 2· January 14, 1990· 24 min

Bart's labeled a genius and sent to a school for the gifted.

3
Homer's Odyssey
Season 1, Episode 3· January 21, 1990· 24 min

After being fired from the nuclear power plant for negligence, Homer becomes a safety activist.

4
There's No Disgrace Like Home
Season 1, Episode 4· January 28, 1990· 23 min

After seeing families being nice to each other at a company picnic, Homer orders the Simpsons to a family therapist.

5
Bart the General
Season 1, Episode 5· February 4, 1990· 23 min

Terrorized by the school bully, Bart seeks counsel from Grandpa Simpson, who takes him to a warfare expert for basic training.

6
Moaning Lisa
Season 1, Episode 6· February 11, 1990· 24 min

The meaning of life and second grade have Lisa playing the blues solo, until she jams with a kindred spirit; Homer seeks tutelage to beat Bart at video boxing.

7
The Call of the Simpsons
Season 1, Episode 7· February 18, 1990· 24 min

The Simpsons put the wild back in the wilderness when their RV goes over a cliff and Homer and Bart go for help, get lost and lose their clothes.

8
The Telltale Head
Season 1, Episode 8· February 25, 1990· 23 min

Bart pulls a stunt that shocks the entire town, including the new friends he was trying to impress.

9
Life on the Fast Lane
Season 1, Episode 9· March 18, 1990· 24 min

Homer's bowling-ball gift "for Marge" prompts her to take up the sport, and maybe also a handsome instructor who offers to teach her "many things."

10
Homer's Night Out
Season 1, Episode 10· March 25, 1990· 24 min

Shutterbug Bart captures Homer with a sexy entertainer at a bachelor party.

11
The Crepes of Wrath
Season 1, Episode 11· April 15, 1990· 24 min

A little story about how Bart saves France after blowing up Principal Skinner's mom with a cherry bomb.

12
Krusty Gets Busted
Season 1, Episode 12· April 29, 1990· 24 min

Bart's TV hero Krusty the Clown is arrested for a convenience-store robbery, and witness Homer must testify against the clown.

13
Some Enchanted Evening
Season 1, Episode 13· May 13, 1990· 23 min

Homer takes Marge out for a romantic night, leaving the kids with a sitter, who's profiled on "America's Most Armed and Dangerous."

In the US, The Simpsons season 1 is available on Disney Plus, Hulu, and Amazon Video. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Simpsons season 1?

The Simpsons season 1 is available in the US on Disney Plus, Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, fuboTV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home, YouTube TV, FXNow, and FOX One Amazon Channel. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.

How many episodes does The Simpsons season 1 have?

The Simpsons season 1 has 13 episodes; the first episode aired on December 17, 1989.

Where can I watch The Simpsons season 1 episode 1?

The Simpsons season 1 episode 1 (“Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire”) is available in the US on Disney Plus, Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, fuboTV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home, YouTube TV, FXNow, and FOX One Amazon Channel, along with the rest of the season.

When did The Simpsons season 1 come out?

The Simpsons season 1 premiered on December 17, 1989.

What audio and subtitle options does The Simpsons season 1 have?

Audio and subtitle options for The Simpsons season 1 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).

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