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Simpson and Delilah

  • Episode aired Oct 18, 1990
  • TV-PG
  • 23m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
5.7K
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Harvey Fierstein, Dan Castellaneta, and Harry Shearer in The Simpsons (1989)
Adult AnimationHand-Drawn AnimationSatireSitcomAnimationComedy

Homer lies on a medical insurance form in order to obtain a miracle hair restoring drug.Homer lies on a medical insurance form in order to obtain a miracle hair restoring drug.Homer lies on a medical insurance form in order to obtain a miracle hair restoring drug.

  • Director
    • Rich Moore
  • Writers
    • Matt Groening
    • James L. Brooks
    • Sam Simon
  • Stars
    • Dan Castellaneta
    • Julie Kavner
    • Nancy Cartwright
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    5.7K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Rich Moore
    • Writers
      • Matt Groening
      • James L. Brooks
      • Sam Simon
    • Stars
      • Dan Castellaneta
      • Julie Kavner
      • Nancy Cartwright
    • 11User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Dan Castellaneta
    Dan Castellaneta
    • Homer Simpson
    • (voice)
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    Julie Kavner
    Julie Kavner
    • Marge Simpson
    • (voice)
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    Nancy Cartwright
    Nancy Cartwright
    • Bart Simpson
    • (voice)
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    Yeardley Smith
    Yeardley Smith
    • Lisa Simpson
    • (voice)
    Harry Shearer
    Harry Shearer
    • Game Show Host
    • (voice)
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    Harvey Fierstein
    Harvey Fierstein
    • Karl
    • (voice)
    Hank Azaria
    Hank Azaria
    • Carl
    • (voice)
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    Pamela Hayden
    Pamela Hayden
    • Game Show Contestant
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    Russi Taylor
    Russi Taylor
    • Martin Prince
    • (voice)
    • (uncredited)
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    • Director
      • Rich Moore
    • Writers
      • Matt Groening
      • James L. Brooks
      • Sam Simon
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    10studioAT

    Excellent

    Homer gets hair and an assistant in a wonderful episode from the second series of the show.

    Full of heart and warmth this for me, is the show at its best.

    A wonderful twenty or so minutes
    9Hitchcoc

    Hair Raising Episode

    Homer has had a quest to find a way to restore his hair. When he finds one, the cost is exorbitant. But he puts the cost on his medical insurance. Soon he becomes a shining star in the company (with the help of a strange man). Of course, the writers show us that once again it is all about being superficial, no productive or competent.
    10santifersan

    A Heartfelt Symphony of Emotions

    "Simpson and Delilah" is a heartwarming episode that stands out for its beautiful use of music. Throughout the episode, the music enhances the emotional moments, even reacting negatively to certain events, such as when Homer meets the pharmacist in the alley.

    A particularly beautiful scene involves a ringing bell, with Homer joyfully running in slow motion and then collapsing onto a bed of flowers. His children express their love, a moment reminiscent of a heartfelt movie scene. While I can't pinpoint the exact film they're parodying, the way they make the scene their own is stunning.

    The emotional depth of the episode reaches its peak with Marge consoling Homer in the touching final moments. Additionally, the introduction of Karl, Homer's new assistant after his promotion to executive, is brilliantly conceived. The character adds a unique layer to the storyline, making "Simpson and Delilah" a standout episode in the series.
    9g-bodyl

    Another Strong Episode!

    The second episode of the second season of the Simpsons is another strong episode thanks to a great story which involves Homer having hair and a fiery guest star voiced by Harvey Fierstein. It may be debated whether the issue of homosexuality is being crossed or not, especially for his time period. But that issue doesn't bother me too much.

    This episode, "Homer and Delilah," has Homer using a new hair product which enables him to grow lots of hair. Using his new hairstyle, he gets a promotion at work and becomes friendly with Mr. Burns.

    Overall, this is a very solid episode and continues what the first episode started. A very strong episode that is also one of my favorites. For those who love Homer, this episode is for them. I rate this episode 9/10.
    7Analog_Devotee

    7/10

    Fun little Homer-centered episode wherein he discovers a miracle medical breakthrough in regards to male pattern baldness. Only, he can't afford it! What ever will he do? Not one of the best episodes out there but still enjoyable.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The episode features a kiss between Homer and Karl, which occurred a decade prior to US television's first real man-on-man kiss on Dawson's Creek (1998).
    • Goofs
      When Homer is rolling around on the grass outside the house with Bart, Lisa and Snowball II after the hair formula works, the cat is bigger than the children and almost as big as Homer in the overhead shot.
    • Quotes

      [Bart shatters Homer's bottle of hair-restoring Dimoxinil]

      Homer: [strangling Bart] BOY-MUST-DIE!

      Bart: [choked] I, I love you, Dad!

      Homer: Ohh...

      [drops him]

      Homer: Dirty trick.

    • Alternate versions
      The audio commentary for the UK DVD on the episode "Simpsons and Delilah" was cut by 15 seconds by the BBFC, to remove "sexual references" and keep it in line with the "U" certificate originally given to the episode.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Simpsons: Another Simpsons Clip Show (1994)
    • Soundtracks
      Jarabe Tapatío
      (uncredited)

      Music by Jesús González Rubio

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    • What does Bart Simpson write on the chalkboard in one of the classrooms at "Springfield Elementary School" at the beginning of this episode?
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 18, 1990 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • USA
    • Production companies
      • Gracie Films
      • 20th Century Fox Television
      • 20th Century Fox Television
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    • Runtime
      • 23m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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