The Simpsons season 35 episode 3: Release date and time, where to watch, and more

The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 is scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2023, adding to the show
The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 is scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2023, adding to the show's impressive longevity. (Image via Hulu)

The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 is scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2023, adding to the show’s impressive longevity. The upcoming season has generated considerable enthusiasm among fans globally, building on the success of the innovative and highly-rated episodes from season 34. This further solidified the show’s place in television and pop culture history.

The Simpsons often use a sitcom narrative style. Each episode presents an independent and distinct plot. It is the longest-running animated sitcom in history, following the adventures and misadventures of the Simpson family, consisting of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie, as well as a host of other characters in the fictional town of Springfield.

The 35th season of The Simpsons debuted on October 1, 2023, and can be exclusively streamed on Fox and Hulu before being available on Disney+. New episodes are slated to air on Sundays, with either a two-week or one-week gap between them.

Although the exact episode count for this season hasn’t been confirmed, it’s expected to follow a pattern similar to the previous season, which consisted of precisely 22 episodes.


The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 airs on Sunday on Fox and Hulu, followed by Disney+

Release date and time zones

(Image via Hulu)The Simpsons season 35 episode 3, officially titled McMansion & Wife, will be available to stream on Fox on October 22, 2023.
(Image via Hulu)The Simpsons season 35 episode 3, officially titled McMansion & Wife, will be available to stream on Fox on October 22, 2023.

The Simpsons season 35, episode 3, officially titled McMansion & Wife, will be available to stream on Fox on October 22, 2023. The release time for episode 3 has yet to be officially announced. Nevertheless, the show’s usual time slot on Fox is Sundays at 8 pm ET.

However, The Simpsons season 35 is expected to have 22 episodes in total, but it may get cut short due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike. If that happens, it would be the second season to suffer from a strike, after season 19 in 2007-08.

Anticipate that fresh Season 35 episodes will become available on Hulu shortly after their Fox broadcast, as Hulu typically updates its content at 12:01 am ET. This schedule offers a clear timeframe for the show’s distribution, with the Fox airing at 8 pm ET and Hulu release following at 12:01 am ET.

Meanwhile, the following is the expected list of the release schedule with time details for The Simpsons season 35, episode 3 on Fox, taking into account varied time zones and regions:

  • Eastern Standard Time (EST): Sunday, October 22, 8:00 pm
  • Pacific Standard Time (PST): Sunday, October 22, 5:00 pm
  • Central Standard Time (CST): Sunday, October 22, 9:00 pm
  • Mountain Standard Time (MST): Sunday, October 22, 6:00 pm
  • Atlantic Standard Time (AST): Sunday, October 22, 10:00 pm
  • Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HAST): Sunday, October 22, 3:00 pm
  • Alaska Standard Time (AKST): Sunday, October 22, 4:00 pm

Streaming platform details

At 8:00 pm Eastern Time, viewers have the option to catch The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 in real-time on Fox, either by using a subscription or by streaming it through the Fox website or app, accessible with their TV provider credentials. This flexible viewing experience caters to a broad audience with various preferences, ensuring fans can easily access the show in their preferred way.

For those looking for a broader channel selection, Hulu presents itself as a versatile platform. It offers access to Fox and includes a range of other channels. This means that The Simpsons enthusiasts can enjoy season 35, episode 3 on Hulu and even utilize the convenient cloud DVR feature to record the episode for later viewing.

Furthermore, viewers who miss the initial airing on Fox or Hulu need not worry, as The Simpsons season 35, episode 3 will also become available for streaming on Disney+. This additional streaming option provides even more accessibility and convenience for fans, ensuring they can catch up on the latest episode whenever it suits them.


What to expect from The Simpsons season 35 episode 3?

The storyline of The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 promises to deliver the classic brand of humor and social satire. (Image via Hulu)
The storyline of The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 promises to deliver the classic brand of humor and social satire. (Image via Hulu)

The storyline of The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 promises to deliver the classic brand of humor and social satire that The Simpsons is renowned for, offering a lighthearted yet insightful take on modern society. The episode is directed by Debbie Bruce Mahan and written by Dan Vebber.

The Simpsons season 35 has already delivered some memorable episodes. Episode 1, the season premiere of Homer’s Crossing, which showed Homer’s involvement with the crossing guards, spirals into a costly and ego-inflating ordeal for Springfield, driven by his newfound fame and their extravagant demands.

The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 is scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2023, adding to the show's impressive longevity. (Image via Hulu)
The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 is scheduled to premiere on October 22, 2023, adding to the show's impressive longevity. (Image via Hulu)

The second episode titled A Mid-Childhood Night’s Dream, which explores Marge’s food poisoning-induced nightmares, makes her appreciate her children’s youth amid preparations for the school event, highlighting the fleeting nature of their childhood.

As the official synopsis of The Simpsons season 35 episode 3 reads,

Homer thinks he's being tricked into buying a sports car; Lisa neutralizes Nelson after he goes on a bullying spree.

In this episode of The Simpsons, fans can expect classic humor as Homer falls for a scheme involving a sports car purchase, leading to hilarious misadventures. At the same time, Lisa’s determination to stop Nelson’s bullying spree showcases the show’s timeless themes of standing up against injustice and promoting kindness, all wrapped up in the show’s signature satire and wit.

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