Conan O’Brien returns to ‘The Simpsons’ for fake “series finale”

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The Simpsons for a fake “series finale” that kicked off the new season of the show.*Episode spoilers ahead*The season 36 premiere arrived on Sunday (September 29) with an episode that was dubbed the “series finale.” It was hosted by an animated version of former Simpsons writer O’Brien and saw characters entering a theatre to celebrate the show’s “ending”.“It’s such an honour to be with you all for the series finale of The Simpsons,” O’Brien said during an opening monologue (via Variety). “I knew I was the right man for the job because I’ve hosted the last episode of three of my own shows and counting…Well, it’s true.

Fox has decided to end The Simpsons. This show was such a special part of my early career, so being here means the world to me.

Also, I left a sweater in the writer’s room in 1993. This is the only way they’ll let me get it back.“This theatre is full of the many celebrities who’ve appeared on The Simpsons over the years and who have come to say farewell,” O’Brien continued. “And of course, we’re also joined by the stars of Fox’s many live action hits.” The screen then cut to Animal Control star Joel McHale, who was sitting alone.As yet, Fox hasn’t renewed The Simpsons for a 37th season and speculation about the future of the show has been heated in recent months.I’m finally back on The Simpsons this Sunday with a mind-blowing episode that has been 36 years in the making.

I can’t imagine a bigger national event in the next five weeks.— Conan O'Brien (@ConanOBrien) September 28, 2024A premiere so important, @ConanOBrien got dressed up for it. #TheSimpsons Season 36 begins tomorrow night on @FOXTV, next day on @hulu!