"The Simpsons" is revving up its engines for a milestone 800th episode, and it's doing so with a Philadelphia-themed plot that promises to be filled with guest stars. The upcoming Sunday episode, titled "Irrational Treasure," sees the lovable but hapless duo of Marge and Homer getting caught up in a historical conspiracy adventure.
The twist? Their prized possession – their dog Santa's Little Helper – is set to take center stage at the Philadelphia Dog Show, prompting the family to get into shape. This plot thread serves as the foundation for an episode that pays homage to classic adventures from the 2000s, including the Nicolas Cage-starring blockbuster "National Treasure." The movie's presence in the city will likely come as no surprise, given its memorable scenes shot at Independence Hall and elsewhere.
In this special 800th episode, fans can expect a healthy dose of local flavor. Philly's iconic landmarks are front and center, from Homer's cheesesteak-filled stroll down South Street to his spot-on posing between Geno's Steaks and Pat's King of Steaks. The Roots will also make a memorable appearance in the episode, with drummer Questlove voicing a tour guide leading fans on a Segway through the city.
But Philadelphia isn't the only Pennsylvania city to get love from "The Simpsons." Flyers mascot Gritty made an appearance last year as part of the show's Halloween celebration. This time around, Pittsburgh will also make its mark, courtesy of actors from the local drama "The Pitt" who voice several hospital workers in the episode.
Among the guest stars lending their voices to this special episode are notable Philly faces like Quinta Brunson, Kevin Bacon, and even Boyz II Men. The R&B group has contributed new versions of the show's iconic opening and closing music, adding a touch of local flair to the beloved animated series.
The twist? Their prized possession – their dog Santa's Little Helper – is set to take center stage at the Philadelphia Dog Show, prompting the family to get into shape. This plot thread serves as the foundation for an episode that pays homage to classic adventures from the 2000s, including the Nicolas Cage-starring blockbuster "National Treasure." The movie's presence in the city will likely come as no surprise, given its memorable scenes shot at Independence Hall and elsewhere.
In this special 800th episode, fans can expect a healthy dose of local flavor. Philly's iconic landmarks are front and center, from Homer's cheesesteak-filled stroll down South Street to his spot-on posing between Geno's Steaks and Pat's King of Steaks. The Roots will also make a memorable appearance in the episode, with drummer Questlove voicing a tour guide leading fans on a Segway through the city.
But Philadelphia isn't the only Pennsylvania city to get love from "The Simpsons." Flyers mascot Gritty made an appearance last year as part of the show's Halloween celebration. This time around, Pittsburgh will also make its mark, courtesy of actors from the local drama "The Pitt" who voice several hospital workers in the episode.
Among the guest stars lending their voices to this special episode are notable Philly faces like Quinta Brunson, Kevin Bacon, and even Boyz II Men. The R&B group has contributed new versions of the show's iconic opening and closing music, adding a touch of local flair to the beloved animated series.
800th ep is gonna be so lit!!! 
I remember watching Nat'l Treasure with my siblings back in the day... we were like "wow, Nicolas Cage is so cool!" 
and now they're having a Philly themed ep?! 
That sounds amazing! 
And The Roots on Segways through the city? Genius! 
Questlove would be so proud of this tribute. 
I'm also loving that Boyz II Men is back with new versions of the opening/closing theme... it's gonna sound so fresh & Philly-approved! 
Gritty's return as a Flyers mascot last Halloween was EPIC 
and now Pittsburgh gets some love too?! 
That just makes this 800th ep even more special. Bring on the cheesesteaks, Liberty Bell views, and that iconic 'Simpsons' theme music remix! 
& giving us some real Philly vibes 
. Questlove on a Segway tour guide thingy 
Still hyped for the episode, tho! Can't wait to see what kinda shenanigans Homer & Marge get into.
I'm still in shock that "The Simpsons" is turning 800 episodes old! Back in my day 
, we didn't have all these fancy animation tricks, but the writers still managed to make it so funny and relatable 
! I love how they're incorporating local landmarks like Independence Hall – it's like a whole new world for me 
. And can we talk about the Roots' cameo? Questlove is literally my spirit animal 
! I'm also stoked to see Quinta Brunson and Kevin Bacon on the show – I've been obsessed with "Girls5eva" since its premiere 
. Can't wait to tune in this Sunday and get my cheesesteak-filled Simpsons fix 
But I gotta ask, what inspired the writers to do a Philly-themed episode? Is it because of all the cool landmarks and history in the city? And will this be a one-off or is there a chance we'll see more cities featured in future episodes? 
santa's little helper better be in the spotlight 
the roots making an appearance is lit 
what's up with all these guest stars tho?! quinta brunson, kevin bacon, boyz II men... it's like a philly who's who 
oh man 800th ep is crazy! 
santa's little helper is getting his own moment 
and btw nicolas cage makes an appearance 
gotta love classic adventures from the 2000s 
the roots are coming thru too 
questlove is a total boss 
gritty for life 
The addition of Boyz II Men's remixed opening and closing music is the icing on the cake - I'm already getting chills just thinking about it 
. Can't wait for this milestone 800th episode to drop!
And now they're using Philadelphia as the backdrop, which is just amazing - I feel like this episode is gonna be all about nostalgia for people who grew up in the 2000s. The Roots are even doing a thing! But what I love most is how it ties together all these different threads and Easter eggs... it's like a big puzzle, you know? 
And have you ever thought about the value of local flavor? Like, how important is it to celebrate where we're from? 
I'm not sure what's next for this show... 800 episodes? That's just too much nostalgia overload. And Philly-themed episode? It feels like they're trying too hard to stay relevant. 
The show needs to get back to its roots, you know? Focus on their family life and silly antics. This Philadelphia-themed episode just feels like a marketing gimmick 
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. Can't wait to see what other fun cameos they've got lined up 
Also, Boyz II Men contributing new versions of the theme song? Iconic! 
The nod to "National Treasure" is a nice touch too - I'm sure Nicolas Cage would approve 
. I'm also loving the cameo by Questlove, he always brings an infectious energy to any project! 
️ The fact that Questlove is voicing a tour guide on Segway is a total dream come true! And can we talk about how cool it is that Gritty made an appearance last year? It's amazing to see "The Simpsons" bringing in local talent like Quinta Brunson and Kevin Bacon. I'm hyped to see the Roots' music make a cameo too - their beats are always fire 
. The inclusion of Gritty and Pittsburgh actors is also super cool, it feels like "The Simpsons" is really embracing its quirky side 
. And let's be real, having Boyz II Men redo the show's opening/closing theme song? Total game changer