Ep 10. Once Upon A Time in Springfield
- TV-PG
- January 10, 2010
- 21 min
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6.5 (1,408)
Once Upon A Time in Springfield is an episode from the 21st season of the beloved animated sitcom, The Simpsons. This episode revolves around Krusty the Clown, the animated TV show host of a popular children's program, who finds love with a new character named Princess Penelope.
Princess Penelope is a new character on Krusty's show who is introduced as a love interest for the clown. The show's ratings begin to skyrocket with the addition of Princess Penelope, and Krusty's career takes off once again. However, things take a turn when they both realize that they have different views on life and where they see their relationship headed. Krusty wants to take things to the next level by proposing, but things do not go according to his plan.
Meanwhile, the Simpson family become heavily involved in Krusty's love life when Bart becomes Penelope's assistant. He is tasked with helping her improve her acting skills, but he ends up going above and beyond his job description. Marge also becomes involved and offers relationship advice to Krusty, which causes him to struggle with his feelings for Penelope even more.
The episode is a satirical commentary on the entertainment industry and the lengths that people will go to for fame and fortune. It also explores how love can be complicated, especially when two people have different ideas of what they want in a relationship. The episode strikes a balance between comedy and emotion, as viewers follow Krusty's journey to find love and happiness, while the Simpsons family offers their support and guidance along the way.
Fans of previous seasons will enjoy seeing the return of Krusty's TV show, and the addition of new characters adds a fresh twist to the familiar cast of characters. Overall, Once Upon A Time in Springfield is an entertaining and heartwarming episode that captures the essence of what makes The Simpsons such a beloved and enduring show.