In recent seasons, The Simpsons has been diving deeper into the backstories of its beloved characters. The latest episode takes this a step further, revealing a surprising origin story for a fan favorite – a Marvel movie unexpectedly set them on their current path. Though Season 37 is just beginning, it’s clear the show is still finding creative ways to explore these decades-old characters and their pasts, offering fresh humor and explanations along the way.
The latest episode of The Simpsons sends all the men of Springfield to a camp designed to help them improve their behavior and be more considerate. The episode also explores Comic Book Guy’s backstory, revealing a specific George Lucas film—based on a famous Marvel comic—that shaped him into the cynical, beloved character he is today. It’s a surprisingly fitting explanation for his personality.
The Simpsons Shares New Look Into Comic Book Guy’s Origin
In the latest episode of The Simpsons, Season 37’s “Men Behaving Manly,” the male characters of Springfield are encouraged to improve themselves and address their flaws. A particularly moving scene shows each character reflecting on their past, revealing formative experiences that shaped who they are today. The most surprising reveal centers around Comic Book Guy, who is shown as a cheerful and optimistic child – a stark contrast to his famously grumpy adult personality.
In a funny moment, Comic Book Guy eagerly anticipates a new George Lucas movie, only to be deeply disappointed by Howard the Duck. He hates it so much that he decides to abandon all his passions. This seemingly minor event actually explains a lot about his cynical personality. Though the show has revealed parts of his history before, it’s amusing to discover that this particular film was the turning point that made him the ‘comic book guy’ we know.
What’s Wrong With Howard the Duck?
The humor is layered because even the character Comic Book Guy initially thought the movie was directed by George Lucas – Lucas was an executive producer and heavily featured in the marketing for Howard the Duck. That film was famously unsuccessful, and it largely kept Howard the Duck out of the spotlight for many years. The character didn’t regain popularity until the massive success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The character has reappeared in recent projects, like the What If…? series (with Seth Green providing the voice), and fans are eager to see him make a cameo in the upcoming Avengers movies. However, as Comic Book Guy rightly observes, the original film wasn’t very good, which likely explains why the character developed into who he is today.
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