The Simpsons Shares First Look at John Cena’s Animated Debut

As a seasoned gamer with over three decades of television viewing under my belt, I can confidently say that The Simpsons‘ return for Season 36 is not just another episode for me. It’s a nostalgia-filled journey back to my childhood, a testament to the enduring power of animation, and a chance to witness the animated debut of none other than WWE superstar John Cena!


This weekend, “The Simpsons” animation series will commence its Season 36, marking its return after a brief Season 35. Intriguingly, WWE superstar John Cena is set to make his animated debut on the show. Among the many franchises resuming this autumn with new episodes, “The Simpsons” is one of them and is all set to begin with an explosive start. Previously hinting at some of the celebrities appearing in the upcoming episode, The Simpsons has been building up anticipation, and it seems that Cena’s debut is just the beginning, with potential major changes ahead.

On Sunday night at 8PM EST, FOX’s Animation Domination block will bring back Season 36 of “The Simpsons”. The episode will be accessible for streaming the following day. In this upcoming premiere, WWE champion John Cena, known for his roles in “Peacemaker”, “The Fast and Furious” series, and other projects, is set to make his animated debut in a guest role. Additionally, Conan O’ Brien will also appear in the episode. Here’s a sneak peek at these special guests on “The Simpsons”.

A monumental episode requires some truly prominent guests. Don’t forget to tune in to @FOXTV this Sunday for @JohnCena and others gracing the season premiere of #TheSimpsons, with the next-day streaming available on @hulu!

— The Simpsons (@TheSimpsons) September 26, 2024

An event of great significance called the start of “The Simpsons” Season 36 is happening tomorrow night on FOXTV, and the following day on Hulu, even prompting Conan O’Brien to don formal attire for it! #SimpsonSeason36Beginnings

— The Simpsons (@TheSimpsons) September 28, 2024

What to Know for The Simpsons Season 36 Episode 1

Back at San Diego Comic-Con 2024 over the summer, Showrunner Matt Selman hinted that the title of The Simpsons Season 36’s opening episode is “Bart’s Birthday.” This upcoming show promises to have popular guests like John Cena and Conan O’Brien. Additionally, it was suggested that Tom Hanks and Danny DeVito, who previously graced our screens as Homer’s long-lost brother, Herb Powell, would also make an appearance. Notably, this will mark the first time that John Cena appears in the animated series, as he is the only one in this lineup yet to do so.

Regarding the upcoming episode, Selman hinted at an exciting and high-profile event without revealing specific details. He described it as a spectacular, celebrity-packed premiere, adding that it’s a daring, grand concept. This extravaganza is further hyped up by promotional materials suggesting it’s the long-awaited episode since 1989. Given the title “Bart’s Birthday,” this could potentially mark Bart’s 11th birthday and subtly advance the storyline a bit.

What’s Happening in The Simpsons Season 36?

It seems unlikely that anything groundbreaking will occur in the premiere episode of Season 36 of The Simpsons, given that significant changes to the show’s status quo are usually temporary. However, the hint that something might change keeps us guessing about what may come up next. Excluding natural evolutions like retiring characters due to their voice actors passing or writing off longtime background characters, The Simpsons has remained relatively consistent for its main family. But the possibility of change is always exciting!

For the remainder of this year, the TV show “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXXV” is set to debut in October as well. This upcoming episode includes a spoof of the movie “Venom,” where Homer forms a connection with a pair of intelligent blue jeans called “Denim.” Starting on October 2nd, Season 35 of “The Simpsons” will be available for streaming on Disney+, and it will soon unveil four special episodes exclusively for the platform: “The Past and the Furious,” “Yellow Planet,” and “O C’mon All Ye Faithful.” These new episodes are scheduled to air before the end of the year.

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2024-09-29 00:10