A parody of the film Boyhood , this episode followed Bart's life from early childhood into his early 20s, offering a more emotional and cohesive look at his character development than standard episodes.
In a historic first, the final three minutes of the episode featured Homer Simpson (voiced by Dan Castellaneta ) answering fan questions live using motion-capture technology. The Simpsons - Season 27
The Simpsons Season 27 (2015–2016) was a period of both stability and high-profile experimentation for the long-running series. While it faced typical "late-era" criticisms for reusing plots, the season is frequently remembered for several bold creative risks—including its first-ever segment and a rare "canon" Halloween episode. Season Overview & Key Statistics A parody of the film Boyhood , this
Starting with " Paths of Glory ," longtime supporting voice actresses Pamela Hayden (Milhouse) and Tress MacNeille (Agnes Skinner) were finally given "Also Starring" credits in the opening. Notable Guest Stars While it faced typical "late-era" criticisms for reusing
Production began under a cloud of uncertainty when veteran voice actor Harry Shearer (the voice of Ned Flanders, Mr. Burns, and Principal Skinner) initially announced he was leaving the show over a contract dispute. He eventually re-signed in July 2015.