The Simpsons Movie

| 2007

Directed by: David Silverman

Main Plot

In "The Simpsons Movie," the town of Springfield faces an environmental crisis after Homer Simpson irresponsibly disposes of waste, causing severe pollution in the local lake. This prompts the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to take drastic measures, enclosing the entire town in a giant glass dome. As the townspeople discover Homer's role in the disaster, the Simpson family becomes the target of their anger. Forced to flee, they embark on a journey to start anew, but soon realize they must return to save Springfield from an impending catastrophe orchestrated by the government. The film follows their efforts to redeem themselves and rescue their hometown from destruction.

Characters

  • Dan Castellaneta voices Homer Simpson, whose reckless actions lead to Springfield's environmental crisis, prompting the family to save their town from destruction.
  • Julie Kavner voices Marge Simpson, who plays a crucial role as the moral compass and supportive wife, helping to guide her family through a crisis threatening their town.
  • Nancy Cartwright voices Bart Simpson, who plays a pivotal role in exposing the environmental crisis and ultimately helps save Springfield from destruction.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of "The Simpsons Movie," directed by David Silverman, Springfield is encased in a giant glass dome by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) due to severe pollution. The Simpsons escape the dome and move to Alaska, but upon learning that the EPA plans to destroy Springfield, they decide to return and save their town. Homer initially refuses to help, but after a vision from a mystical Inuit shaman, he realizes he must act heroically. Homer and Bart manage to infiltrate the dome and, with the help of a motorcycle stunt, successfully throw a bomb out of the dome, shattering it and saving Springfield. The town is freed, and the Simpsons are hailed as heroes. The movie ends with the family repairing their home, which had been destroyed earlier, symbolizing their resilience and unity. The resolution underscores themes of environmental responsibility, community, and the importance of family, bringing the narrative full circle with Springfield's restoration and the Simpsons' reaffirmed bond.

David Silverman Animation Adventure Comedy Dan Castellaneta Julie Kavner Nancy Cartwright