The Simpsons Christmas episodes
The Simpsons began with a Christmas episode and has come back to the holiday many times since. These are the best known ones in order, each with the reason it is worth a rewatch.
S1 E1 · Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire · aired December 17, 1989
Homer's Christmas bonus is cancelled and the family's savings go on removing Bart's tattoo.
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S7 E11 · Marge Be Not Proud · aired December 17, 1995
Bart is caught shoplifting, and the family Christmas photo is at stake.
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S9 E10 · Miracle on Evergreen Terrace · aired December 21, 1997
After ruining the family's tree and presents, Bart claims a burglar took everything.
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S11 E9 · Grift of the Magi · aired December 19, 1999
Springfield Elementary's students are used, unknowingly, as a focus group for new toys.
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S23 E9 · Holidays of Future Passed · aired December 11, 2011
A look ahead to the family's Christmases with Bart and Lisa grown up.
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Updated October 19, 2026