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THE SIMPSONS · SEASON 25 · EPISODE 17

The Simpsons S25E17 Luca$

★ 8.6 · ESSENTIAL Apr 6, 2014 30 MIN FOX
Still from The Simpsons S25E17: Luca$

The episode in brief

Marge is concerned that Lisa is dating below her station when she brings home competitive eater-in-training Lucas Bortner, and she enlists Homer to help Lisa explore other options. Meanwhile, Bart is thrilled to receive free gifts from Snake Jailbird after he helps the convict escape from a jam, but when a betrayal from Milhouse puts Snake back in jail, Bart must forge a plan to set him free.

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.

Who’s in it

SERIES REGULARS

Where it sits in the season

TAP A BAR TO JUMP

Where to watch S25E17

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8.6
THE FAN VERDICT
Canon. Required viewing for the fan card.

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S25E17 FAQ

When did The Simpsons S25E17 air?

The Simpsons S25E17 (“Luca$”) first aired on April 6, 2014.

Where can I watch The Simpsons S25E17?

In the US, The Simpsons season 25 — 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.

Is The Simpsons S25E17 a good episode?

Fans rate The Simpsons S25E17 (“Luca$”) 8.6/10, which puts it in the essential tier for The Simpsons.