The Simpsons S17E08 The Italian Bob
The episode in brief
After Mr. Burns crashes his Stutz Bearcat, he sends Homer and the family off to Italy to pick up his new fancy sport car. While on their Italian adventure, the Simpsons end up stranded in a small Italian village where a rehabilitated Sideshow Bob reigns as mayor. Sideshow Bob impresses the Simpsons enough so that they keep his sordid past a secret until one of the family members, in a wine-induced state, spills the beans.
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 S17E08 air?
The Simpsons S17E08 (“The Italian Bob”) first aired on December 11, 2005.
Where can I watch The Simpsons S17E08?
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.
Who guest stars in The Simpsons S17E08?
Guest stars include Kelsey Grammer (Sideshow Bob (voice)), Marcia Wallace (Edna Krabappel (voice)), and Maria Grazia Cucinotta (Francesca (voice)).
Who directed and wrote The Simpsons S17E08?
The Simpsons S17E08 (“The Italian Bob”) was directed by Mark Kirkland and written by John Frink.
Is The Simpsons S17E08 a good episode?
Fans rate The Simpsons S17E08 (“The Italian Bob”) 8.4/10, which puts it in the great tier for The Simpsons.