The showrunner of The Simpsons has explained why the series’ long-running couch gags have not been as present in recent seasons.
One of the trademarks of the beloved cartoon is that the opening sequence ends with the Simpson family arriving at their couch to watch TV, with a different scenario awaiting each time. Famous gags include the family arriving to find the couch missing, the living room set opening up into a grand circus-like performance, and Read Entire Article
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