The Simpsons backdrop
Family•Animation•Comedy

The Best Episodes of The Simpsons Season 1

Every episode of The Simpsons Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Simpsons Season 1!

Binge this in 5h 8m•Peaking at 7.5/10

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

Airs on
FOX
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons37

All12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 1 - Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire
    6.4/10(241 votes)

    #1 - Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire

    S1:E1

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

    Director:David Silverman
    Writer:Mimi Pond

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 2 - Bart the Genius
    7.4/10(98 votes)

    #2 - Bart the Genius

    S1:E2

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

    Director:David Silverman
    Writer:Jon Vitti

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 3 - Homer's Odyssey
    6.8/10(90 votes)

    #3 - Homer's Odyssey

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Wes Archer
    Writers:Jay Kogen, Wallace Wolodarsky

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 4 - There's No Disgrace Like Home
    7.4/10(85 votes)

    #4 - There's No Disgrace Like Home

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Gregg Vanzo
    Writers:Al Jean, Mike Reiss

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 5 - Bart the General
    7.1/10(84 votes)

    #5 - Bart the General

    S1:E5

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

    Director:David Silverman
    Writer:John Swartzwelder

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 6 - Moaning Lisa
    7.3/10(79 votes)

    #6 - Moaning Lisa

    S1:E6

    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.

    Director:Wes Archer
    Writers:Al Jean, Mike Reiss

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of The Simpsons

    READ
  7. The Simpsons Season 1 Episode 7 - The Call of the Simpsons
    7.2/10(77 votes)

    #7 - The Call of the Simpsons

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:Wes Archer
    Writer:John Swartzwelder