If you’re about to sit down to watch The Simpsons on Disney+, there’s something you really ought to know. The 24/7 stream on Disney+ sounds a lot of fun, but it probably isn’t the ideal way to watch this classic series — particularly if you’re watching it for the first time.

The Simpsons is 35 years old with over 700 episodes. Although that is really nice, that can also make it difficult to know where to start. Given that the default starting point for watching any show would typically be Season 1, experts and fans say there’s actually a better place to dive in — one that provides the full experience of the Simpsons right off the bat.

What’s New on Disney+?

There’s now a constantly looping channel on Disney+ for The Simpsons — it plays 24/7. That’s terrific news for the die-hard as well as anybody looking for background entertainment or simply folks who love these characters. Unordered List: The episodes are played in original order, beginning with Season 1 - Episode 1. But if you’re unfamiliar with the series, this may not be the best way to begin your journey with the Simpsons family.

Why Season 1 Is Not the Best Place to Start

The Simpsons premiered its first season in 1989. The animation is dated, and the humour is very different from what made the show a famous one. In the early days the creators were still getting their footing. And while some of the episodes are worth a later look, they may not grab new viewers immediately.

And a lot of those early episodes are very much of 1990s culture. If you’re not familiar with that period of time, it may be more difficult to relate to the jokes or events.

The Best Place to Start: Season 4

If you’re new to The Simpsons or attempting to catch up on the best episodes, you will want to start with Season 4. This season is the best of all worlds, a balance of the family feelings, smart jokes and wild plots that make The Simpsons special.

Here’s a reason Season 4 makes a great starting place for fans:

Strong character stories: The season begins with episodes that are all Bart, Marge, Homer and Lisa — all a great insight into the family.

Classic episodes that are popular: “Homer the Heretic,” “Lisa the Beauty Queen,” and “A Streetcar Named Marge” present each family member’s unique personality.

Fun Halloween episode: “Treehouse of Horror III” offers a taste of The Simpsons’ classic scary specials.

Classic laughs: Episodes such as “Itchy & Scratchy: The Movie” and “Marge vs. the Monorail” are among the funniest in the series.

Will You Be Able to Look Back at Other Seasons Later?

Absolutely! After you get into the show, you can go back to earlier seasons to see how it all got started, or fast-forward to newer seasons (from Season 32 onward) to see how the program has developed. But Kick Off with Season 4 gives you the best balance of humour, emotion and fun that makes The Simpsons what it is.

So How Should You Watch? (Best Way),

Here’s a straightforward plan for watching The Simpsons:

If you’re going to start somewhere, start with Season 4 — get a strong feel for the show.

Keep going through Seasons 5 to 8 — this is the “Golden Era.”

You can also themed episodes such as Halloween specials or musicals.

Choose favourite characters, and watch their best episodes.

Check out the new seasons to see what’s in store.

This allows you to savor the highlights without getting lost in the sheer volume of episodes.

Final Thoughts

As much fun as it might sound to just stream The Simpsons 24/7 on Disney+, the casual viewers and newcomers are better served with a smarter plan. Start with the best seasons, fall in love with the characters, then dig deeper. With the right place to begin, you’ll understand why The Simpsons remains one of the all-time great animated shows.

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