The Simpsons S16E01 Treehouse of Horror XV
The episode in brief
Hands out its annual Halloween treats on the "Treehouse of Horror XV" special featuring three deliciously frightful mini-episodes. In "The Ned Zone," Ned Flanders gains the power of foretelling people's deaths after suffering a head injury, and is shocked to discover that he will be the one to kill Homer. In the second short, "In the Belly of the Boss," Maggie is shrunken inside a vitamin capsule in a freak science accident and is swallowed by Mr. Burns. The final Halloween scare, "Four Beheadings and a Funeral," is set in Victorian London, where Master Detective Eliza Simpson and her faithful sidekick, Dr. Bartley, attempt to catch The Muttonchop Murderer, a Jack the Ripper-esque serial killer.
FAN DESK VERDICT An all-timer. This is the episode you show someone to explain why The Simpsons matters — clear the evening and watch it properly.
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When did The Simpsons S16E01 air?
The Simpsons S16E01 (“Treehouse of Horror XV”) first aired on November 7, 2004.
Where can I watch The Simpsons S16E01?
In the US, The Simpsons season 16 — including this episode — is available on FX, Hulu, Disney+, fuboTV, DirecTV On Demand, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube TV, FOX One Amazon Channel, Hulu on Disney+, Amazon, Fandango at Home, and AppleTV.
Who guest stars in The Simpsons S16E01?
Guest stars include Karl Wiedergott (Additional Voices (voice)) and Tress MacNeille (Crazy Cat Lady / Woman on Street (voice)).
Who directed and wrote The Simpsons S16E01?
The Simpsons S16E01 (“Treehouse of Horror XV”) was directed by David Silverman and written by Bill Odenkirk.
Is The Simpsons S16E01 a good episode?
Fans rate The Simpsons S16E01 (“Treehouse of Horror XV”) 8.9/10, which puts it in the essential tier for The Simpsons.