"the Simpsons" Not — It(2022)

is the fifth episode of The Simpsons' 34th season , which originally aired on October 23, 2022 . It is a rare "Treehouse of Horror Presents" standalone episode, meaning it spends its entire runtime parodying a single property—Stephen King's "It" —rather than the traditional three-segment anthology format. Plot Summary

27 years later, Krusto returns to Kingfield. The adult Losers have moved on: Marge is a successful CEO married to Comic Book Guy, while Homer remains a lonely bartender at "D'ohs Tavern". They reunite to face the clown one last time. During the final battle, Comic Book Guy sacrifices himself to save Marge after confessing his lie about the poem. With Krusto's "canned laughter" power base destroyed, he is finally defeated. Key Characters & Parody Roles Simpson Character Parody Counterpart(s) Krusty the Clown "The Simpsons" Not It(2022)

Primarily (the poet/love interest) and Bill Denbrough (the leader). Marge Bouvier Beverly Marsh , the sole female member of the group. Comic Book Guy is the fifth episode of The Simpsons' 34th