What Happened to Marge in The Simpsons Season 36 Finale?
Marge Simpson was not killed off in The Simpsons Season 36. The confusion arose from the season finale episode titled “Estranger Things,” which aired on May 18. In this episode, there is a flash-forward sequence set 35 years in the future, showing Marge as having passed away before Homer.
Her tombstone appears in this future timeline, describing her as a “beloved wife, mother, pork-chop seasoner.” However, this is not part of the present-day storyline and does not affect the ongoing narrative of the show.
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In the The Simpsons Season 36 finale, titled "Estranger Things," the episode starts with Bart and Lisa realizing that The Itchy & Scratchy Show is for babies, which leads them to stop watching it together, upsetting Marge. She advises them, saying, “You share a journey with your siblings that no one else will ever understand.
You must never, ever, ever take that for granted.” The storyline then jumps 35 years into the future, showing Bart and Lisa as adults who have grown apart.
In this future timeline, Lisa discovers a video message that Marge recorded before her death, urging her children to look out for each other. This message helps reunite Bart and Lisa, who then work together to rescue Homer from a Florida prison for seniors.
The episode concludes with a scene of Marge in heaven with Ringo Starr, content that her children are close once more.
Did they Kill off Marge in "The Simpson" Season 36?
No, Marge Simpson has not been written off or killed in the current timeline. The flash-forward is simply a narrative device and does not reflect permanent changes to the characters.
The Simpsons has already been renewed through Season 40, and Marge will continue to be a central character in future episodes.
Many netizens have been discussing Marge Simpson's death on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit. Here are some of their reactions.
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Where to Watch "The Simpsons"?
You can watch The Simpsons on several streaming platforms. In India, the show is available on JioHotstar (formerly Disney+ Hotstar), where you can stream all 36 seasons, including the latest episodes shortly after they air in the U.S.
Additionally, select episodes and seasons can be purchased on Amazon Prime Video. Internationally, The Simpsons is available for streaming on Disney+, offering access to the entire series.
For those in the U.S., new episodes air on FOX, and you can watch them live or on-demand through FOX's official website or app.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article is based on the recent The Simpsons Season 36 finale and the ongoing storyline of the show. The events depicted in the episode titled “Estranger Things” are part of a fictional flash-forward and do not reflect permanent changes to Marge Simpson's character. The show has been renewed through Season 40, and Marge will continue to be a key character. Please note that streaming availability may vary by region and platform.
