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The Last Temptation of Krusty

  • Episode aired Feb 22, 1998
  • TV-PG
  • 30m
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
2.3K
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Simpsonit (1989)
AnimationComedy

After a disastrous performance, Krusty changes his image and becomes an edgy stand-up.After a disastrous performance, Krusty changes his image and becomes an edgy stand-up.After a disastrous performance, Krusty changes his image and becomes an edgy stand-up.

  • Directors
    • Jim Reardon
    • Mike B. Anderson
  • Writers
    • Matt Groening
    • James L. Brooks
    • Sam Simon
  • Stars
    • Dan Castellaneta
    • Julie Kavner
    • Nancy Cartwright
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    2.3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Jim Reardon
      • Mike B. Anderson
    • Writers
      • Matt Groening
      • James L. Brooks
      • Sam Simon
    • Stars
      • Dan Castellaneta
      • Julie Kavner
      • Nancy Cartwright
    • 6User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Dan Castellaneta
    Dan Castellaneta
    • Homer Simpson
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    • …
    Julie Kavner
    Julie Kavner
    • Marge Simpson
    • (voice)
    Nancy Cartwright
    Nancy Cartwright
    • Bart Simpson
    • (voice)
    • …
    Yeardley Smith
    Yeardley Smith
    • Lisa Simpson
    • (voice)
    Hank Azaria
    Hank Azaria
    • Comedy Festival Promoter
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    • …
    Harry Shearer
    Harry Shearer
    • Dr. Hibbert
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    • …
    Bruce Baum
    • Bruce Baum
    • (voice)
    Janeane Garofalo
    Janeane Garofalo
    • Janeane Garofalo
    • (voice)
    Bobcat Goldthwait
    Bobcat Goldthwait
    • Bobcat Goldthwait
    • (voice)
    Jay Leno
    Jay Leno
    • Jay Leno
    • (voice)
    Marcia Wallace
    Marcia Wallace
    • Edna Krabappel
    • (voice)
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    Hank Williams Jr.
    Hank Williams Jr.
    • 'Canyonero' Singer
    • (voice)
    Steven Wright
    Steven Wright
    • Steven Wright
    • (voice)
    Pamela Hayden
    Pamela Hayden
    • Rod Flanders
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    Tress MacNeille
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    • Reporter
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    Maggie Roswell
    Maggie Roswell
    • Spanish Woman in Movie
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    • Directors
      • Jim Reardon
      • Mike B. Anderson
    • Writers
      • Matt Groening
      • James L. Brooks
      • Sam Simon
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    • Trivia
      In the DVD commentary, writer Donick Cary stated that the inspiration for the idea of an episode about stand-up comedy came out of comedy festivals at the time.
    • Goofs
      The scene where Krusty is performing at Moe's Marge and Homer are sitting with Bart and Lisa and then they're sitting alone.
    • Quotes

      Steven Wright: I finally got around to reading the dictionary. Turns out the zebra did it.

      [the entire audience, except Homer, laughs]

      Homer Simpson: I don't get it.

      Lisa Simpson: Dad, the zebra didn't do it, it's just a word at the end of the dictionary.

      Homer Simpson: I still don't get it.

      Lisa Simpson: It's just a joke.

      Homer Simpson: Oh, I get it! I get jokes!

      [laughs]

    • Connections
      Featured in Familiar Faces: Familiar Faces #69 - Animalympics (2012)
    • Soundtracks
      Canyonero
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      Written by Alf Clausen and Donick Cary

      Performed by Hank Williams Jr. and Cast

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    8/10
    A normal episode with remarkable moments
    "The Last Temptation of Krust" is a rather run-of-the-mill episode on its own, but it gains a remarkable edge thanks to the inclusion of the Canyonero advertisement. This particular segment of the episode skillfully parodies the darker aspects of the majority of people, who don't value anything, neither their history nor their cultural legacy, through its portrayal of consumerism and the insatiable appetite for excess. The biting commentary on society's materialistic tendencies is effectively delivered through this satirical depiction. Notably, the accompanying song adds a catchy and engaging element, enhancing the overall impact of this social commentary.

    I also really enjoy the part where Krusty delivers a monologue against modern-day stand-up comedians; I genuinely laughed at that monologue.

    While "The Last Temptation of Krust" may not stand out as one of the show's most exceptional episodes, these standout moments manage to make this episode a notable installment within the larger context of The Simpsons' extensive catalog.
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    • Release date
      • February 22, 1998 (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
      30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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