The Simpsons open up their home to Groundskeeper Willy after Bart accidentally destroys his house. But soon after his arrival, Willy's poor manners become the focus of a bet between Bart and Lisa, as she takes on the challenge of turning him into a proper gentleman. Meanwhile, Homer rips his favorite blue pants and starts an ambitious advertising campaign to reestablish the discontinued garment.
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.
The Simpsons S17E12 (“My Fair Laddy”) first aired on February 26, 2006.
In the US, The Simpsons season 17 — 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.
Guest stars include Karl Wiedergott (Master of Ceremonies (voice)), Marcia Wallace (Edna Krabappel (voice)), Pamela Hayden (Milhouse Van Houten / Janey Powell / Jimbo Jones (voice)), Russi Taylor (Martin Prince / Various Students (voice)), and Tress MacNeille (Miss Pommelhorst / Dolph / Agnes Skinner (voice)).
The Simpsons S17E12 (“My Fair Laddy”) was directed by Bob Anderson and written by Michael Price.
Fans rate The Simpsons S17E12 (“My Fair Laddy”) 8.4/10, which puts it in the great tier for The Simpsons.