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THE SIMPSONS · SEASON 38 · EPISODE 2

The Simpsons S38E02 Diary of a Chimpy Kid

★ 7.4 · GREAT Oct 4, 2026 30 MIN FOX
Still from The Simpsons S38E02: Diary of a Chimpy Kid

The episode in brief

Bart and Lisa adopt an abandoned baby chimp and clash over their surprisingly different parenting styles. When the chimp is abducted by a private wild animal zoo, the family goes on a mission to rescue him. Homer is conflicted about saving the ape, because he's convinced the chimp will tear off his face and groin.

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.

Who’s in it

SERIES REGULARS

Where it sits in the season

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Where to watch S38E02

US · NOVEMBER 2026
AVAILABILITY IS FOR THE SHOW; NOT EVERY SERVICE CARRIES EVERY EPISODE · LINKS MAY EARN US POPCORN MONEY
7.4
THE FAN VERDICT
Keeper. Goes straight in the rewatch rotation.

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S38E02 FAQ

When did The Simpsons S38E02 air?

The Simpsons S38E02 (“Diary of a Chimpy Kid”) first aired on October 4, 2026.

Where can I watch The Simpsons S38E02?

In the US, The Simpsons season 38 — 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 S38E02 a good episode?

Fans rate The Simpsons S38E02 (“Diary of a Chimpy Kid”) 7.4/10, which puts it in the great tier for The Simpsons.