Few Halloween traditions match the enduring popularity of “The Simpsons’ “ annual “Treehouse of Horror” specials. Fans eagerly anticipate the seasonal terror every year. This season, fans get a double dose of Springfield frights.
Fox officially confirmed the upcoming release of Treehouse of Horror Presents: The Revengening—the special premieres Sunday, October 18, before streaming on Hulu the next day. The story follows a ruthless killer hacking through town while terrorizing the Simpson family. Meanwhile, Treehouse of Horror XXXVII arrives the following week on Sunday, October 25.
Terrifying Teasers Reveal Shocking New Plotlines
Newly released promo images highlight the sinister plots awaiting viewers in the main special. In one unsettling vignette, Marge gains a terrifying new perspective on her marriage. Additionally, Bart and Santa’s Little Helper embark on a bone-chilling Halloween adventure together. And Homer also undertakes a disastrous driving lesson filled with pure comedic horror.
A Stop-Motion Nightmare in the Backyard
The cornerstone segment of this year’s “Treehouse of Horrors” pays tribute to the beloved holiday classic The Nightmare Before Christmas. Animators painstakingly reimagined Springfield through the iconic gothic lens pioneered by Henry Selick and Tim Burton. Marge also discovers her backyard shed has supernatural, multi-dimensional properties. The shed generates a surreal lineup of new husbands, giving Marge a wild perspective on matrimony.
Freaky Friday Meets Canine Terror
Next, the bond between a boy and his dog reaches a terrifying breaking point. Bart and Santa’s Little Helper find themselves thrust into a bone-chilling body-swap nightmare after a freak accident. Forced to navigate life on all fours, Bart must reverse the curse before his dog ruins his life.
The Horror of High-Stakes Driver’s Ed
Rounding out the trilogy is a segment that hits close to home for anyone who survived high school safety videos. Homer finds himself trapped inside an instructional driving video that takes on a deadly life of its own. As a result, navigating terrifying traffic instructors turns getting behind the wheel into a struggle for survival.
Evolutionary Milestones Shift the Classic Format
The franchise originally debuted in 1990 with Bart and Lisa sharing scary stories. However, the show broke tradition in 2015 by delivering a full-length Halloween horror narrative. Season 34 introduced single-property parodies like Not It, which spoofed Stephen King.
A Tasty Fast-Food Tie-In
This year’s Halloween celebration also gets a deliciously spooky upgrade through a new brand partnership. “The Simpsons” are teaming up with fast-food giant Jack in the Box for a limited-edition menu. Inspired by the legendary specials, the menu offers fans a tasty treat straight from Springfield.
Tune in for the Terror
Don’t miss the double dose of terror. Watch “The Revengening” on Sunday, October 18, then stream it on Hulu the next day. Then tune in for Treehouse of Horror XXXVII on Sunday, October 25.
