The Simpsons Movie (2007)
Kernel Score: 78% · 8,450 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 2007-07-25
Runtime: 87 minutes
Is The Simpsons Movie worth watching?
Worth watching. The Simpsons on the big screen: Homer ruins Springfield and the family is on the run. It's funnier than most sitcom movies and has real jokes throughout, though it's basically a long episode.
Watch it if you
- grew up with The Simpsons
- want a quick, light family comedy
- like satirical cartoons with a good joke rate
Skip it if you
- never watched the show
- expect a deep story or new ideas
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Simpsons Movie
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After Homer accidentally pollutes the town's water supply, Springfield is encased in a gigantic dome by the EPA and the Simpsons are declared fugitives.
The Simpsons Movie parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Simpsons Movie has crude humor, mild innuendo, and cartoon peril typical of the PG-13 series.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Cartoon peril and slapstick action, including a chase and fugitive storyline.
- Language: Some — Some crude humor and mild language typical of The Simpsons.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Dan Castellaneta as Homer Simpson / Itchy / Barney / Abe Simpson / Stage Manager / Krusty the Clown / Mayor Quimby / Mayor's Aide / Multi-Eyed Squirrel / Panicky Man / Sideshow Mel / Mr. Teeny / EPA Official / Kissing Cop / Bear / Boy on Phone / NSA Worker / Officer / Santa's Little Helper / Squeaky-Voiced Teen (voice)
- Julie Kavner as Marge Simpson / Selma Bouvier / Patty Bouvier (voice)
- Nancy Cartwright as Bart Simpson / Maggie Simpson / Ralph / Nelson / Todd Flanders / TV Daughter / Woman on Phone (voice)
- Yeardley Smith as Lisa Simpson (voice)
- Hank Azaria as Professor Frink / Comic Book Guy / Moe / Chief Wiggum / Lou / Carl / Cletus / Bumblebee Man / Male EPA Worker / Dome Depot Announcer / Kissing Cop / Carnival Barker / Counter Man / Apu / Drederick Tatum / Sea Captain / EPA Passenger / Robot / Dr. Nick / Wise Guy (voice)
- Harry Shearer as Scratchy / Mr. Burns / Rev. Lovejoy / Ned Flanders / Lenny / Skull / President Arnold Schwarzenegger / Kent Brockman / Principal Skinner / Dr. Hibbert / Smithers / Toll Booth Man / Guard / Otto / Kang (voice)
- Pamela Hayden as Milhouse Van Houten / Jimbo Jones / Rod Flanders (voice)
- Tress MacNeille as Sweet Old Lady / Colin / Mrs. Skinner / Nelson's Mother / Pig / Cat Lady / Female EPA Worker / G.P.S. Woman / Cookie Kwan / Lindsey Naegle / TV Son / Medicine Woman / Girl on Phone (voice)
- Albert Brooks as Russ Cargill (voice)
- Karl Wiedergott as Man / EPA Driver (voice)
The Simpsons Movie FAQ
Is The Simpsons Movie worth watching?
Worth watching. The Simpsons on the big screen: Homer ruins Springfield and the family is on the run. It's funnier than most sitcom movies and has real jokes throughout, though it's basically a long episode.
Where can I watch The Simpsons Movie?
In the US you can stream The Simpsons Movie on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Simpsons Movie OK for kids?
The Simpsons Movie is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Simpsons Movie has crude humor, mild innuendo, and cartoon peril typical of the PG-13 series.
What movies are like The Simpsons Movie?
If you liked The Simpsons Movie, try The Mitchells vs. the Machines, Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe, Toy Story and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.