The Simpsons S16E18 A Star is Torn
The episode in brief
When Lisa agrees to participate in a Krusty-sponsored "Li'l Starmaker" competition, she panics when another contestant performs a better rendition of "Mockingbird." Thankfully, Homer saves the day by hammering out a manipulative tune about Springfield that leads Lisa to victory. With a win under his belt, Homer becomes a star-crazed stage father/manager, who ultimately drives Lisa to fire him. A distraught Homer counters by taking Lisa's rival, Cameron, under his wing to groom him for the finals.
FAN DESK VERDICT A top-shelf entry. Not quite canon, but you’ll be quoting it all week — the fan desk says don’t skip.
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When did The Simpsons S16E18 air?
The Simpsons S16E18 (“A Star is Torn”) first aired on May 8, 2005.
Where can I watch The Simpsons S16E18?
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 S16E18?
Guest stars include Fantasia Barrino (Clarissa Wellington (voice)), Karl Wiedergott (Additional Voices (voice)), and Pamela Hayden (Milhouse (voice)).
Who directed and wrote The Simpsons S16E18?
The Simpsons S16E18 (“A Star is Torn”) was directed by Nancy Kruse and written by Carolyn Omine.
Is The Simpsons S16E18 a good episode?
Fans rate The Simpsons S16E18 (“A Star is Torn”) 8.2/10, which puts it in the great tier for The Simpsons.