The Simpsons

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, The Simpsons is available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus and Hulu right now. 38 seasons is a serious commitment, but one that pays off episode after episode. Its 8/10 TMDB score, built from 10,873 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Watch it for Dan Castellaneta — stay for everyone else around them. Start it on Disney Plus whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Simpsons earns its spot. The Simpsons gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general. Dan Castellaneta and Julie Kavner lead a cast with the timing to make it work. 38 seasons (1989–2026) gave the story room most shows never get. The Simpsons earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

The Simpsons is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. Viewers who responded to The Patrick Star Show will find a lot to like here too. 38 seasons is a lot, but the quality holds all the way through. Dan Castellaneta sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

The Simpsons is currently airing new episodes, created by Matt Groening — so there's no better time to catch up before the story moves forward. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.