The Simpsons: Shorts
Watch if you love "The Simpsons" and crossovers with iconic franchises. The shorts deliver quick, sharp humor in the familiar visual style, where Homer meets Loki, and Maggie battles with lightsabers. Perfect for a break between series.
The premiere on Disney+ took place on May 4, 2021, with the release of "The Force Awakens from Its Nap" — the first in a series of "Simpsons" shorts. The series consists of animated shorts, each featuring the Simpsons characters encountering heroes from various well-known Disney films and franchises: "Star Wars," Marvel ("Loki"), Disney Princesses, and others.
The tone is absurd, satirical, with elements of parody. Each short is a crossover where the Simpsons "invade" the Disney+ universes. David Silverman, a veteran of the original series, directs all episodes, maintaining the recognizable visual style and humor. The executive producer is Al Jean, and the idea belongs to James L. Brooks.
The format includes 9+ shorts by 2024 (each 3–7 minutes long). Production is by Gracie Films and 20th Television Animation. The first three shorts were released in 2021: "The Force Awakens from Its Nap" (May 4), "The Good, the Bart, and the Loki" (July 7), and "Plusaversary" (November 12, Disney+ Day).
If you enjoyed the original "Simpsons" or "Rick and Morty," the shorts operate on the same wavelength: quick, sharp humor and crossovers with iconic franchises. Fans of Disney and Marvel will enjoy the Easter eggs, and for those looking for short content — this is the perfect format for a break.