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Barack Obama on The Simpsons?

Brian — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:51:16 +0000

He may be the first black president of the United States, but Barack Obama could make yet more history by becoming the first US president to lend his voice to The Simpsons.

Al Jean and James L. Brooks, executive producers behind The Simpsons, are hoping President Obama will agree to lend his voice to an episode of the series. “We’d love to have Barack on the show,” said Jean. “No president has agreed to do it yet but we’ll keep asking.”

While there hasn’t been an actualy US president on the show as of yet (George W Bush and Bill Clinton were imitated by voice actors), former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has appeared as himself, and former Vice President Al Gore has been included in Matt Groening’s Futurama.

Al Jean Speaks Simpsons

Brian — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:13:26 +0000

In a recent conference call, Al Jean spoke about what we can expect to see from both season 20 of The Simpsons and the show’s future in general. Jean spoke about the possible return of Plopper the Pig from The Simpsons Movie, writing for the character of Ned Flanders, another Simpsons movie which may be in the works, The Simpsons Ride and even the possibility of the Simpson kids ever growing up. Read our summary of the entire call below.

On Plopper, the Spider Pig

Spider pig might be coming back! But he was definitely made for the movie. Plopper might show up in the show for a cameo.

On science fiction spoofs

In March, Homer, while buying poison to kill some rats (they look like Ratatouille), leaves Maggie on a convent porch, turning the episode into a Da Vinci and National Treasure spoof. 3D Homer again? Perhaps.

On going into Season 20

Yes, we do keep track of other shows and how long they’ve gone. After season 20, there will be more than 500 episodes in the can.

A Simpsons spin-off?

Yes, there has been talk of it, but it would be very difficult to attempt to do both and still concentrate on the show. We like the big universe of the show as it exists.

On Ned Flanders

We love to write for him because he’s so much fun. In an upcoming episode where the Simpson’s house gets foreclosed, Ned buys it and rents it back to them.

On another Simpsons movie

Will there be a follow-up? Perhaps if there was a good script, but the first one took four years. My preference would be that it would air after the series itself has finished, of which there are no plans any time soon.

On other animated shows

Other cartoons have followed the Simpsons – does Family Guy appeal to the lowest common denominator? How does The Simpsons rise above that?
From the beginning, Sam Simon said we would write a show for adults, as smart and as connected with human emotion as possible. It’s the golden age for TV animation right now. We’re outrageous, but we’ve tried from the beginning to intelligently depict family challenges.

Are there “phases” of the show?

Not really, we’ve won a ton of awards lately, but there are no eras, we just try to keep the show’s standard as high as possible.

Upcoming guest stars

The Simpsons go to Ireland. Homer and Grandpa go to a bar and attempt to purchase it. Kenneth Branagh will have a cameo as the pub owner.

On the Simpsons ride

Simpsons ride in Orlando and Hollywood exceeded expectations; longest wait time for any ride at Universal, lots of writers worked on those rides.

Will the Simpson kids ever grow up?

Will the kids ever grow up? While the Simpson kids should have become teenagers long ago, in terms as the basic template for the show, no.

Source: Stewie’s Playground

Nicole Kidman Wanted For Simpsons

Adam — Thu, 30 Mar 2006 10:00:00 +0000

Aussie actor Nicole Kidman remains elusive to producers of The Simpsons, refusing invitations to make a guest appearance. “We approached Nicole (Kidman) when we were looking for a celebrity couple back when she was married to Tom Cruise,” said executive producer Al Jean. “Some way, sooner or later, we should be able to get her, though.”

Just two Australians have appeared on the show, actor Mel Gibson and media mogul Rupert Murdoch, both based in the United States. “It is amazingly popular in Australia and the UK, in some ways more popular than in the US,” Jean said.

SOURCE: smh.com.au

Madonna And Paris Rumors False

Adam — Fri, 10 Mar 2006 10:00:00 +0000

The Simpsons Folder has received news from a source close to the show that both articles below regarding Madonna and Paris Hilton guest spots are not legitimate. There are currently no plans to feature either of these stars on the show.

SOURCE: Simpsonsfolder

Paris Hilton To Lend Her Voice?

Adam — Tue, 07 Mar 2006 17:22:54 +0000

It must be the week for uncertain guest voice information, with an appearance by Madonna doing the rounds the other day, socialite Paris Hilton may be the next making a guest appearance in The Simpsons. Creator of the show Matt Groening is reportedly desperate to get Hilton on board. Groening has said recently: “Her name is on the list. It could be a good show.” He may want to make sure that she can read her lines first…

In other Hilton news, the Simple Life star has broken her toe and has no idea how! Speaking to the Daily Star before last night’s Oscar ceremony she said of her toe: “It’s the size of a water melon. How am I going to wear my Jimmy Choos?”

SOURCE: Entertainment Wise

Madonna Set To Guest Star?

Adam — Sun, 05 Mar 2006 10:52:56 +0000

Madonna is set to make a guest appearance on The Simpsons. According to the Daily Star, the Queen of Pop will take a liking to Homer before going head-to-head with Marge in a battle for his heart. “It’s Madge versus Marge, and Madonna will certainly show Homer a thing or two that Marge has never attempted,” a source told the newspaper.

The singer is following in the footsteps of U2, Elton John, Tom Jones and Paul McCartney, who have all made visits to Springfield in the past.

SOURCE: Digital Spy

Princes Wanted For Simpsons Cameo

Adam — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:13:20 +0000

British royal Prince William and his younger brother Prince Harry are being headhunted by TV bosses to star in an episode of cartoon series The Simpsons. Producers of the hit animated show want William to feature as Lisa’s new love interest, while party-loving Harry has been cast as a wacky tearaway pal for Bart. Executive producer Al Jean says, “We’ve thought about approaching Harry and William because we believe they are fans of the show. It would be funny to make one of them Lisa’s boyfriend. I know they’re image conscious, but I don’t see what harm it’ll do.” Jean has also hinted at wanting the princes’ grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, to star in her own episode. He adds, “I’d love to get the Queen on the show. That would be something.” If the royal duo accepted the part, they will follow in the footsteps of other British stars who have enjoyed cameo appearances on The Simpsons, including Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Prime Minister Tony Blair.

SOURCE: ContactMusic

Aguilera Turned Down Simpsons Role

Adam — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 18:52:10 +0000

Back in October 2004 we reported that Christina Aguilera was to appear in The Simpsons. Now that the episode in question, A Star Is Torn, has come and gone, we seem to have left that piece of news slip away from us, but what became of it? It has come to hand that Aguilera turned down the cameo after all. The sexy star was offered a part in the latest series of the show but snubbed the offer. Producers had wanted the singer to play an aspiring pop star competing in a parody of US TV talent show ‘American Idol’. However, Christina, 24, rejected the part forcing producers to look elsewhere. A month later we reported that Fantasia Barrino had recorded the scenes, and now that the episode has been nominated for an emmy we’re wondering if Aguilera is regretting her decision.

SOURCE: Monsters & Critics

Little Brits For The Simpsons

Adam — Thu, 20 Jan 2005 12:42:06 +0000

One wonders which British stars haven’t been promised by Matt Groening to appear on The Simpsons. Now he wants ‘The Only Gay In The Village’ to appear on the hit show. He has revealed he is a big fan of BBC comedy Little Britain – and would love to work with the show’s stars. Groening is now planning to get Matt Lucas – famed for his brooding PVC-clad gay Welsh character Daffyd – and David Walliams on board for an episode. “It would be great fun to get them on The Simpsons,” the Sun (groan) reports him saying. Movie star Johnny Depp recently revealed he loves the show and wants to appear on it, as he did on The Fast Show several years ago. Groening has already shown what a fan he is of British comedy after last month inviting The Office star Ricky Gervais to write an episode of The Simpsons.

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Eddie Izzard Set For Simpsons

Adam — Sat, 01 Jan 2005 13:10:28 +0000

Eddie Izzard could be the next British star to appear in The Simpsons. Creator Matt Groening is said to be keen to find a cameo role for the comic after meeting him at last week’s British Comedy Awards. The animator called Izzard ‘a genius’, but said he would have to wait for a suitable role to arise before he could join the residents of Springfield. Groening told The Independent: “There’s no saying who we’ll get him to play, but we often don’t get people to play themselves. As soon as the right part comes along, we’ll get Eddie in.” Izzard is a die-hard Simpsons fan, who has previously sat in on a script read-through with the cast. In a recent interview, he said: “I’d love to be in it, but they never asked me, and I don’t want to push it. I think it’s because I’m a cult – rather than a mainstream – name.” But Izzard’s profile in the States is on the rise, and he has just taken a role in the Hollywood blockbuster Oceans Twelve.

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