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50 Of The Funniest Background Signs Hidden In The Simpsons
Since its debut in the late 80s, the Simpsons has been, if not a household staple, then at least a TV staple. While these days it does seem like it’s past its glory days, a simple glance at older seasons shows exactly why people across multiple generations love it, every frame is dense with jokes, gags and clever little hidden gems.
So we’ve gathered some of the funniest and wittiest random background sign gags from The Simpsons. Settle in as you scroll through, upvote the best ones and be sure to share your favorites in the comments down below.
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Upstaged75 8 months ago
If you don't watch the show, Groundkeeper Willie is Scottish and speaks with a strong accent.
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The Redhead 8 months ago
Jokes on them if the core explodes there will be no power to light the sign.
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Beak Hookage 8 months ago
I love how utterly DONE the guy inside stuck in the mascot suit is, while being bullied by the kids of course.
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Glen Ellyn 8 months ago
When my daughter was rather young, about seven years old, my then-husband was pushing her to get her ears pierced. He started his explanation of the procedure by saying, "First they take this special gun and press it on your ear lobe..." 🙄 He did not get the positive response he was hoping for. Sheesh.
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Beak Hookage 8 months ago
Anyone who thinks changing the names of things like this because the original is no longer considered acceptable is a recent phenomenon is kidding themselves; this episode aired in freaking 1992.
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Beak Hookage 8 months ago
"With bonus Grieving Widow!" God that gag was hilarious; how you see the "widow" sobbing "oh, Henry!" over a grave until the hour is up and she moves to the next grave, checks the name, then starts sobbing "oh William!"
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Beak Hookage 8 months ago
"You may ask me three questions." "Are you REALLY the head of Qik-E-Mart?" "Yes." "Really?" "Yes." "Really? You?" "Yes. I hope this has been enlightening for you. Thankyou, come again."
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Ben Beyers 8 months ago
Tonight: pyrotechnics artists demonstration. Tomorrow: Gas repair guys appointment cancelled.
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Beak Hookage 8 months ago
A condensed version of the original quote, "Brevity is the soul of wit".
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Lorenzo 8 months ago
I'm disappointed. My all-time favorite wasn't included. In the episode in which Homer buts a gun, the gun shop is named Bloodbath & Beyond.
Chris the Bobcat 8 months ago
The New York Aquarium on Coney Island is in Brooklyn. Coincidence? I think not!
Load More Replies... Lorenzo 8 months ago
I'm disappointed. My all-time favorite wasn't included. In the episode in which Homer buts a gun, the gun shop is named Bloodbath & Beyond.
Chris the Bobcat 8 months ago
The New York Aquarium on Coney Island is in Brooklyn. Coincidence? I think not!
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