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THE SIMPSONS · SEASON 33 · EPISODE 1

The Simpsons S33E01 The Star of the Backstage

★ 6.4 · SOLID Sep 26, 2021 30 MIN FOX
Still from The Simpsons S33E01: The Star of the Backstage

The episode in brief

A musical comes to life in Springfield as Marge stages a revival of her beloved high school show - but her wonderful memories are threatened by the return of a rival from the past.

FAN DESK VERDICT A dependable half hour — exactly what a comfort watch should be on a weeknight. No fireworks, no regrets.

Who’s in it

SERIES REGULARS

Where it sits in the season

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Where to watch S33E01

US · NOVEMBER 2026
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6.4
THE FAN VERDICT
Comfort food. Reliable as a Friday rerun.

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S33E01 FAQ

When did The Simpsons S33E01 air?

The Simpsons S33E01 (“The Star of the Backstage”) first aired on September 26, 2021.

Where can I watch The Simpsons S33E01?

In the US, The Simpsons season 33 — 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 S33E01 a good episode?

Fans rate The Simpsons S33E01 (“The Star of the Backstage”) 6.4/10, which puts it in the solid tier for The Simpsons.