28 — The Simpsons - Season

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: Episodes like " Friends and Family " parodied the rise of virtual reality technology, featuring a device eerily similar to modern headsets like the Apple Vision Pro. The Simpsons - Season 28

: In " Pork and Burns ," the family attempts a minimalist lifestyle inspired by Japanese self-help trends (Marge’s obsession with decluttering), leading to the return of Plopper (Spider-Pig) as Homer’s therapy animal. Glenn Close, Jason Alexander, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and

: The season reached a major franchise landmark with its 600th episode, " Treehouse of Horror XXVII ". According to reviews on Rotten Tomatoes , Season

According to reviews on Rotten Tomatoes , Season 28 was praised for maintaining the show's "enduring creativity and consistency" while introducing fresh moments for supporting characters. Critics from the A.V. Club and Den of Geek noted a balance between honoring the show's past and attempting inventive new storytelling formats, such as the documentary-style episode "". Key Production Data Premiere Date September 25, 2016 ("Monty Burns' Fleeing Circus") Finale Date May 21, 2017 ("Dogtown") Episode Count 22 Episodes Notable Guest Stars

: The episode " The Town " took the family to Boston, where they briefly considered moving, ultimately concluding that their identity is tied to Springfield. Meanwhile, " Fatzcarraldo " delved into Homer’s childhood memories of greasy fast food. Critical Reception

Season 28 explored contemporary cultural trends while revisiting classic character dynamics: