[s8e14] The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show Apr 2026

This episode was specifically timed to celebrate The Simpsons surpassing The Flintstones as the longest-running American animated series.

: This episode features the first time Comic Book Guy utters his iconic catchphrase, " Worst episode ever ," satirizing the hyper-critical nature of online fans. The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show - IMDb [S8E14] The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show

: Poochie’s debut episode, "The Beagle Has Landed," is universally hated for being over-marketed and lacking the mindless violence fans love. This episode was specifically timed to celebrate The

When ratings for The Itchy & Scratchy Show begin to drop, Krusty the Clown and network executives decide the show needs a "new, hip" character to regain younger viewers. When ratings for The Itchy & Scratchy Show

"The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show" (Season 8, Episode 14) is one of the most significant episodes in The Simpsons history, serving as a biting, self-referential critique of the television industry and its own longevity.