The Simpsons (1989) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

28%

The Simpsons1989

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What We Think

Classic "Simpsons" is a perfect example of non-woke entertainment: satirical, irreverent, and rooted in traditional sitcom values. Later seasons dabble in modern issues, but the show remains far from the ideological extremes found in current Hollywood output.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Early seasons of "The Simpsons" prioritize storytelling, satire, and sharp wit over identity politics. Characters are defined by their personality quirks, not by forced representation or ideological checklists. The show hardly ever shoehorns diversity for its own sake, focusing instead on relatable, flawed people and classic sitcom situations.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

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The show playfully pokes fun at religion, family life, and masculinity, but always in a tongue-in-cheek, affectionate way. It doesn't undermine traditional values so much as lampoon everyday suburban realities. Yes, Homer’s no role model, but the family and community remain core to the heart of the show.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the show satirizes politics and society from all angles, it contains a range of perspectives and never descends fully into ideological uniformity. Even when modern-day episodes occasionally tiptoe into woke territory, they still usually provide punchlines for both sides.

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