The Simpsons S20E06 Homer and Lisa Exchange Cross Words
The episode in brief
Lisa discovers her amazing talent for doing crossword puzzles and becomes an expert cruciverbalist, and she soon enters a citywide crossword puzzle tournament. Homer, short on cash after abandoning his "Sweet Conclusions" professional break-up artist business, goes to cheer Lisa on at her tournament and discovers an underground crossword puzzle betting ring. In the ultimate betrayal, Homer profits from betting against Lisa in the championship match. When the heartbroken Lisa finds out, Homer must spell out his love for her with a little help from New York Times crossword puzzle editor Will Shortz (guest voice as himself) and master crossword constructor Merl Reagle (guest voice as himself).
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 S20E06 air?
The Simpsons S20E06 (“Homer and Lisa Exchange Cross Words”) first aired on November 16, 2008.
Where can I watch The Simpsons S20E06?
In the US, The Simpsons season 20 — 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 S20E06?
Guest stars include Marcia Wallace (Edna Krabappel (voice)) and Scott Thompson (Grady (voice)).
Who directed and wrote The Simpsons S20E06?
The Simpsons S20E06 (“Homer and Lisa Exchange Cross Words”) was directed by Nancy Kruse and written by Tim Long.
Is The Simpsons S20E06 a good episode?
Fans rate The Simpsons S20E06 (“Homer and Lisa Exchange Cross Words”) 8.7/10, which puts it in the essential tier for The Simpsons.