Sep 19, 1991 · 23m
A deviation from his norm lands Homer in a mental institution, where he shares a room with a man who thinks he's Michael Jackson.


Just a product of society that's lost its good manners.
Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.
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Sep 19, 1991 · 23m
A deviation from his norm lands Homer in a mental institution, where he shares a room with a man who thinks he's Michael Jackson.
Sep 26, 1991 · 23m
Lisa's essay wins the Simpsons a trip to Washington, D.C., where her faith in democracy is shaken by her unethical Congressman.
Oct 3, 1991 · 23m
Flanders suffers a failure after Homer wishes him ill.
Oct 10, 1991 · 23m
While working for Fat Tony, Bart gains enough influence with his boss to solve his problems with Principal Skinner--perhaps permanently.
Oct 17, 1991 · 23m
Homer's averting of a nuclear meltdown earns him employee-of-the-month honors--and a call from Magic Johnson; Milhouse's parents prohibit him from playing with Bart.
Oct 24, 1991 · 23m
Bart and Lisa use theological arguments to try to reunite Krusty the Clown and his rabbi father, who disowned Krusty when he turned from rabbi to clown.
Oct 31, 1991 · 23m
Maggie uses one of three wishes; a mind-reading Bart rules Springfield; Homer donates his brain to Mr. Burns' science project.
Nov 7, 1991 · 23m
After disappointing Lisa, Homer buys her a pony, solving one problem, but creating others, requiring a second job--at Apu's Kwik-E-Mart.
Nov 14, 1991 · 23m
When Homer helps Bart build a soapbox racer, it does little for the car but a lot for their relationship.
Nov 21, 1991 · 23m
Moe steals the drink recipe Homer invented, and the rechristened “Flaming Moe” turns his tavern into a hotspot. When a national franchise wants to buy the recipe, Homer wants revenge.
Dec 5, 1991 · 23m
Burns sells the power plant to a German corporation that doesn't care for Homer's approach to his work.
Dec 26, 1991 · 23m
A trip down memory lane to the early days of Simpson wedded bliss, when Marge was with child and Homer was without a job.
Jan 9, 1992 · 23m
Bart fools the town into thinking there's a little boy trapped in a well.
Jan 23, 1992 · 23m
Lisa's ability to pick winning football teams kicks off a strong bond with Homer.
Feb 6, 1992 · 23m
A stressed Marge vacations alone, leaving Bart and Lisa with Patty and Selma, and Maggie with Homer--until she leaves in search of Marge.
Feb 13, 1992 · 23m
Bart's answer to detention from Mrs. Krabappel is to answer her personal ad with letters from a Mr. Wonderful, but his last laugh is more of a guilty whimper.
Feb 20, 1992 · 23m
Burns hires Major League ringers for the plant softball championship.
Feb 27, 1992 · 23m
The results from their aptitude tests cause Bart and Lisa to make 180-degree turns in their behavior.
Mar 12, 1992 · 23m
Santa's Little Helper notices resentment after the Simpsons make sacrifices to fund his life-saving operation.
Mar 26, 1992 · 23m
Marge fears a cheatin' heart when a waitress-country singer asks Homer to be her manager.
Apr 9, 1992 · 23m
Bart suspects something rotten when Selma gets engaged to Sideshow Bob.
Apr 23, 1992 · 23m
Spinal Tap hits Springfield, and Otto the bus driver hits the skids after being fired, taking refuge in the Simpsons' garage.
May 7, 1992 · 23m
Bart resents Milhouse's new girlfriend; Homer gets the wrong subliminal tape, which has him gaining vocabulary, not losing weight.
Aug 27, 1992 · 23m
Homer's half-brother asks for a loan after Homer is awarded some cash.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
The Simpsons Season 3 premiered on September 19, 1991.
The Simpsons Season 3 has 24 episodes.
The season opens with Season 3 Episode 1, "Stark Raving Dad". It aired on September 19, 1991.
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