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Avg. Customer Rating:  (based on 27 reviews)
Sales Rank: 140
Category: DVD
Author: Simpsons
Publisher: 20th Century Fox
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Manufacturer: 20th Century Fox
Label: 20th Century Fox
Format: Ac-3, Animated, Box Set, Collector's Edition, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Full Screen, Subtitled, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Dubbed), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 550 minutes
Number Of Items: 4
UPC: 024543369318
EAN: 0024543369318
ASIN: B000FO0AME
Release Date: August 15, 2006 (In 47 Days)
Theatrical Release Date: November 30, 1988
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Customer Reviews: Read 22 more reviews...
Wow - Finally! June 29, 2006
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
It's about time fox released this season! This is the one I've been waiting for since season one first came out on box-set DVDs.
Everyone else is probably listing every episode in the season. (As is the trend with Simpsons fans on Amazon) So, I'll just say that this season is WELL worth the money. In my own oppinion, it's the best season to buy, containing some of the best episodes ever produced.
Beware, however, season nine doesn't hold to the same standard... and it only goes downhill from there. The next season contains the poverbial shark the writers happily jumped in favor of celebrity cameos and wild story lines. (Yes, even in Simpsons standards.)
Season 8 episodes... June 24, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Another great season from the Simpsons. Thrre are a ton of classic episodes here...here are the episodes you are gonna get...
Treehouse of Horror VII
Sorry, no fanfare this year, just three more stories: In "The Thing and I", Bart discovers the 'evil twin' brother he never knew he had, locked away in the Simpsons' attic. Next, Lisa's tooth-desolved-in-soda science experiment develops into a higher form of life, who eventually see Lisa as God and Bart as the Devil in "The Genesis Tub". Finally, as the election draws near, the aliens Kang and Kodos kidnap and assume the roles of Bob Dole and Bill Clinton. It's up to Homer to expose their evil plot for world domination in "Citizen Kang".
You Only Move Twice
Homer moves the family to a new town after he receives a better job offer, at a better nuclear power plant, but Homer is oblivious to the fact that his new boss is a Super Villain who is out to rule the world.
The Homer They Fall
Moe turns Homer into a successful boxer after discovering Homer can absorb massive blows to the head, but Marge is worried that won't save Homer in the upcoming match with Dreaderick Tatum, the heavyweight champion. Michael Buffer and Paul Winfield guest star.
Burns, Baby Burns
Burns discovers his long lost 60-year-old illegitimate son, Larry, is insulting and lazy, and wants nothing to do with him. Homer thinks a good kidnapping is all that's needed to change Burns' mind. Rodney Dangerfield guest stars.
Bart After Dark
As punishment for destroying private property, Bart is force to work for the homeowner, but unbeknown to everyone in the family, including Bart, the homeowner runs a shady business where people leave with lighter wallets and smiles on their faces.
A Milhouse Divided
Homer questions his own marriage bless when, at the latest Simpsons party, Kirk and Luann Van Houten (Milhouse's parents) announce their divorce.
Lisa's Date with Density
Lisa enters into a doomed romance when she attempts to change Nelson Muntz, the school bully she develops a crush on. Meanwhile, Homer discovers quick cash in telemarketing fraud.
Hurricane Neddy
Ned Flanders checks himself into a mental hospital after suffering a nerves breakdown when his house is destroyed in a hurricane.
El Viaje Misterioso de Nuestro Jomer (AKA: The Mysterious Voyage of Homer)
Consuming too may hot peppers gives Homer visions, which tell him to seek out his "soulmate". Johnny Cash guest stars.
The Springfield Files
Homer witnesses something out of this world in Springfield woods, but no one believes him, not even FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully (from The X-Files), who came to investigate the incident. Gillian Anderson, David Duchovny and Leonard Nimoy guest star.
The Twisted World of Marge Simpson
Marge's new pretzel franchise is failing until Homer strikes a deal with Fat Tony, Springfield's local mobster. Jack Lemmon and Joe Mantegna guest star.
Mountain of Madness
Mr. Burns promote's team work amongst the power plant's employees Burns makes them go on a corporate retreat up in the mountains: the goal to find a hidden cabin.
Simpsoncalifragilisticexpiala(Annoyed Grunt)cious
The Simpson family get a nanny after Marge starts loosing her hair to overwork stress.
The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show
In the 167th episode of The Simpsons, Homer provides the voice for Poochie, a new character added to the The Itchy and Scratchy Show in a desperate attempt to boost sagging ratings. Alex Rocco guest stars.
NOTES: with this episode The Simpsons surpasses The Flintstones as television's longest-running, animated prime-time series; in some airings, the couch opening in which both families appear is shown instead of the "Sergeant Pepper" opening originally used
Homer's Phobia
A shop owner befriends the Simpson family, but after discovering he is a homosexual Homer fears Bart will emulate him. John Waters guest stars.
Brother From Another Series
Bart suspects a sinister motive when Sideshow Bob reunites with his estranged bother Cecil, who promptly places Bob in charge of supervising the building of Springfield's Hydroelectric Dam. David Hyde Pierce guest stars.
My Sister, My Sitter
Lisa's babysitting reputation is put to the test when she is assigned the task of babysitting Bart and Maggie, for which Bart is determine to make Lisa's life a 'living Hell'.
Homer vs. the Eighteenth Amendment
When Prohibition hits the town of Springfield, and with Bart's help, Homer goes into the booze making business. Dave Thomas and Joe Mantegna guest star.
Grade School Confidential
After stumbling across Principal Skinner and Mrs. Krabappel kissing, Bart strikes a deal with them to keep it a secret, but unknown to Bart the deal he makes lands him in the middle of this love affair.
The Canine Mutiny
Purchasing an expensive purebred dog on a fraudulent credit card lands Bart in the doghouse when creditors want the pooch back, but Santa's Little Helper ends up the real loser here. Frank Welker guest stars.
The Old Man and the Lisa
Mr. Burns loses his vast fortune and turns to Lisa for help in getting it back through environmental means. Bret "the Hitman" Hart guest stars.
In Marge We Trust
Marge becomes the "Listen Lady" when the people of Springfield turn to her after Reverend Lovejoy loses interest in helping people. Meanwhile, Homer sets out to discover why his face is on a box of dish soap. Sab Shimono, Gedde Watanaabe and Frank Welker guest star.
Homer's Enemy
Frank Grimes, the new employee at the power plant, isn't impress with Homer's bad habits and lack of professional work ethic, becomes disgruntled when he learns Homer is more of a success than he is.
The Simpsons Spin-Off Showcase
Troy McClure present three Simpsons spinoff spoofs: In "Chief Wiggum, P.I.", Chief Wiggum becomes a detective and moves to New Orleans with Principal Skinner as his assistant. Next, Grampa Simpson's soul is trapped inside Moe's Love tester machine in "The Love-Matic Grampa". Finally, the Simpson family host a '70ish variety show in "The Simpson Family Smile-Time Variety Hour".
The Secret War of Lisa Simpson
Lisa is determine to stick it out as the only girl at boot camp when she and Bart attends military school. Willem Dafoe guest stars.
Still Great But Beginning To Go Downhill June 21, 2006
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
These episodes are just as classic as those from seasons 4,5,6 and 7. All 25 episodes from this season are here!
Treehouse Of Horror VII 8/10
Bart discovers he has a nevil twin, lisa creates her own universe and Kang and Kodos pretend to be US presidentail candidates.
You Only Move Twice 10/10
Homer gets a new job with an evil genius; Hank Scorpio. One of the best ever Simpsons episodes.
The Homer They Fall 8/10
Homer becomes a boxing legend.
Burns Baby Burns 8/10
Mr. Burns discovers he has a son, and Homer pretends to kidnap him.
Bart After Dark 9/10
Bart works at a burlesque hosue as a punishment from Homer.
A Milhouse Divided 9/10
Millhouses' parents separate.
Lisa's Date With Density 8/10
Lisa dates Nelson.
Hurricane Neddy 9/10
Ned's house is destroyed by a Hurricane which spirals into a story for the reason why Ned always says 'Diddly'.
El Viaje Misterioso De Nuestro Homer 9/10
Homer eats the world's hottest chilli and begins halucinating. He goes off on a quest to find his true soulmate.
The Springfield Files 9/10
Homer sees an alien in the woods!
The Twisted World Of Marge Simpson 7/10
Marge sets up her own pretzel maing company.
Mountain Of Madness 8/10
Homer and Mr. Burns get stuck in a cabin after an avalance buries them alive.
Simpsoncalifragilisticexpialad'ohcious 9/10
Marge suffers from stress, so the family hires a nanny; Sherry Bobbins. A musical-themed episode.
The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show 10/10
George Myers, with the help of Krusty introduce a new character into their cartoon show 'Itchy & scratchy'. The dog is voiced by Homer. Classic episode.
Homer's Phobia 10/10
A gay man stays at the Simpson household, although Homer doesn't know about this man's sexuality. Once revealed, he builds up a phobia, and begins to think Bart is gay. Another classic episode.
Brother From Another Series 8/10
Sideshow Bob's brother 'Cecil' plans to destroy the Springfield dam.
My Sister, My Sitter 8/10
Lisa babysits Bart with catastrophic results.
Homer vs. The 18th Amendment 9/10
A no-alcahol law in broguht to Springfield.
Grade School Confidential 8/10
Principle Skinner and Mrs Krabappel get it on! They try to blackmail Bart to keep it a secret.
The Canine Mutiny 8/10
The Simpsons get a new dog, and Bart neglects Santa's Little Helper.
The Old Man And the Lisa 8/10
Mr. Burns loses everything and with the help of Lisa builds his own recycling company.
In Marge We Trust 7/10
Marge becomes the 'Listen Lady' of Springfield, and Ned's life is put to risk.
Homer's Enemy 10/10
Frank Grimes becomes jealous of Homer's success. One of the best Simpsons episodes ever.
Simpsons Spin-Off Showcase 7/10
Troy Maclure presents a show about different spinnoffs for the characters as soon as the Simpsons will be cancelled.
The Secret War Of Lisa Simpson 9/10
Bart and Lisa are sent to military school.
Awesome season - arguably the finest June 18, 2006
5 out of 11 found this review helpful
Simpsons Season Eight (Aired 1996-1997, DVD released 2006.)
INTRODUCTION:
There's no denying the sheer greatness of the Simpsons. When it comes to animated sitcoms, Matt Groening's magnum opus is king. The show has endured for nearly two decades, and with its own brand of humor and appeal, it isn't hard to see why. At long last, the eighth season of the series is on its way! Read on for my review.
OVERVIEW:
The eighth season of the Simpsons is slated for an August 15, 2006 release date. The box will feature the now usual choice of a collectable character-head box, this time of Maggie, or the standard style box. Once again, there will be numerious commentaries, deleted/extended scenes, interviews with cast and crew, and the like.
REVIEW:
These are, arguably, the greatest episodes the Simpsons has ever known. I've been waiting a long time for this season, and I'm glad to finally see it will be arriving on DVD soon. Matt Groening and company really outdid themselves on this season. Read on for the episode summaries.
-Treehouse of Horror VII - Bart discovers he has an evil twin, Lisa creates a microscopic world, and Kang and Kodos invade Earth during election time.
-You Only Move Twice - The family relocates to a new town for Homer's new job assignment.
-The Homer They Fall - Homer becomes a boxer when he discovers how well we can take a beating.
-Burns, Baby Burns - Mr. Burns is reunited with the son he hasn't seen in years.
-Bart After Dark - Bart breaks a stone statue in the yard of a large house, and is forced to work off his debt there.
-A Milhouse Divided - Milhouse's parents divorce and go their separate ways.
-Lisa's Date With Destiny - Lisa ends up falling in love with someone extremely unlikely.
-Hurricane Neddy - A hurricane rips through Springfield. While the Simpsons are fortunate enough to endure the storm, the Flanders household isn't so lucky.
-El Viaje Mysterioso de Homer (The Mysterious Voyage of Homer)" - Homer attends a chili festival, and eating some extremely hot peppers drives him to insanity.
-The Springfield Files - On the way home from Moe's, Homer has an extraterrestrial encounter.
-The Twisted World of Marge Simpson - Jealous of her former investing partners, Marge starts a pretzel business.
-Mountain of Madness - A weekend power plant mountain retreat ends with Mr. Burns and Homer being trapped in a cabin buried by an avalanche.
-Simpsoncalifragilisticexpiala (Annoyed Grunt) cious - Stressed out Marge hires a nanny to help out around the house.
-The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show - Homer auditions for the opportunity to voice a new character on Itchy And Scratchy.
-Homer's Phobia - The family befriends an antique dealer, but Homer is turned off when he discovers his secret.
-Brother From Another Series - Sideshow Bob gets out of jail again, and moves in with his brother.
-My Sister, My Sitter - Lisa becomes a well-respected babysitter - and is asked to babysit Bart while the parents visit the waterfront shops.
-Homer vs. the Eighteenth Amendment - Old research in Springfield results in the reinstatement of an old alcohol prohibition law.
-Grade School Confidential - When Principal Skinner and Mrs. Krabappel fall in love, it is Bart who has to end up going out of his way to make their relationship work.
-The Canine Mutiny - Bart applies for a credit card - and gets it.
-The Old Man and Lisa - When Mr. Burns loses the power plant, Lisa reluctantly agrees to help him get it back.
-In Marge We Trust - Reverend Lovejoy is becoming more and more incompetent and unmotivated in his work, so Marge begins helping him out.
-Homer's Enemy - A new employee at the power plant is immediately turned off by Homer's lazy nature.
-The Simpsons Spin-Off Showcase - This episode features three short segments which feature the family members in various roles.
-The Secret War of Lisa Simpson - Bart is sentenced to military school as punishment for a crime - And Lisa, seeking a challenge, goes with him.
OVERALL:
What else can I say? This was a great season for a great series. If you're at all a fan of the Simpsons, you absolutely must buy this set. Don't hesitate - buy it on the day it comes out if you're a fan. This season is THAT good.
EDITION NOTES:
The DVD set is going to feature the choice of the collectable character head packaging, or the standard version. This seems to be a pretty normal feature pushed with the new releases. You can't go wrong either way, obviously.
i agree that the simpsons is better than family guy June 18, 2006
2 out of 9 found this review helpful
the way family guy hit me when it 1st premiered was really big though.....the simpsons will stand the test of time better but family guy is definetly up there for me...
my opinion is that this season is gonna be the best yet...i cant wait to buy it,the mysterious voyage of homer is probably my all time favorite episode...i have to look at the episode guide to know all the episodes that are on it otherwise my recollection wouldnt be very good..looking at it practically all of them are winners..the only ones i can honestly say i dont like are my sister,my sitter and the spinoff showcase...
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