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I can narrow down the two Simpsons episodes which I quote the most in daily life; A Star Is Burns and 22 Short Films about Springfield. Half of my favourite Simpsons' quotes come from these two episodes alone.

This episode has not only my all time favourite Simpsons' moment but also possibly my favourite moment in TV history; I am indeed talking about the greatness that is the Skinner and Superintendent skit. I can recall several instances in which myself and people I've known have recited this scene in its entirety from memory. As a kid I didn't get the humour of the scene, but can recall my parents and older brother laughing hysterically at it. Now that I'm older I constantly watch this scene over and over again. But do you know what's the funniest thing (well aside from the aforementioned scene) it's the little differences. Such as the episode's parody of Pulp Fiction's "Muthaf**ka" scene, with Chief Wiggum stating "Hey I know you!"; the complete opposite of what is said in the scene from Pulp Fiction. Like the greatest of Simpsons' gags it works on so many levels. Why did they never make another episode like this? I guess this one was as close to perfection as it gets that they could never top it.

with: The Regulars (Dan, Julie, Nancy, Yeardley, Hank and Harry) Also with: Maggie Roswell, Phil Hartman, Tress MacNeille, Russi Taylor and Pamela Hayden.

This has to be one of the funniest episodes of the show! As the name says this is just several short stories about various Springfielders. The stories include Apu going to a party, Lisa getting gum in her hair, Dr. Nick's incompitence, Bumblebee Man's day at work, Several Pulp Fiction spoofs with Wiggum, Snake and Herman and many more. This is the best of the several stories per episode genre of the show and in my top ten episode of the show. Hilarious, so go watch it!! My rating: A plus. TV PG V. 23 mins.

Mmm steamed clams delightfully devilish seymour what if i were to purchase fast food and disguise it as my own cooking

I'm not much for watching things a second time. This was so full of good lines and hilarious situations, and it got nearly every character into the act. I especially loved the Seymour cooking bit. When I first saw the title, I assumed it was some throwaway thing using scenes from previous episodes. Don't miss this one.

We see a part of the day for lots of different Springfield residents.

This is a solid parody with good character moments.

The plot is quite experimental with lots of spoofing of situation comedy and movies like 'Pulp Fiction'. I like some scenes more than others, but it is all very smoothly edited with strong transitions between each character's appearance.

How funny is it? I found good. My favourite character moments involve Dr Nick, Principal Skinner, Superintendent Chalmers, Chief Wiggam, Snake, and Herman. I generally don't like film-spoofing for the sake of it, but the Pulp Fiction tribute is very good.

*Superintendent Chalmers rings the doorbell at Principal Skinner's house, to which Skinner opens the door*

Chalmers: Well Seymour, I made it. Despite your directions.

Skinner: Ah, Superintendent Chalmers, welcome! I hope you're prepared for an unforgettable luncheon!

Chalmers: *sarcastically* Yeah...

*He enters the dining room, sits down and places a wine bottle in an ice bucket. Meanwhile, Skinner goes into the kitchen, only to find out his roast is burnt as he gasps in horror*

Skinner: Oh, YE GODS!! My roast is RUINED!!

*Skinner then looks outside the window to the nearby Krusty Burger restaurant as he begins to plot a scheme*

Skinner: But, what if... I were to purchase fast food and disguise it as my own cooking? *chuckles* Delightfully devilish, Seymour!

*Skinner tries to escape through the window, until the Superintendent walks in and catches him in the act*

Chalmers: Uh?!

*cue the 'Skinner and the Superintendent' theme song, as a montage of their scenes from previous episodes is shown*

"Skinner with his crazy explanations, The superintendent's gonna need his medication, When he hears Skinner's lame exaggerations, There'll be trouble in town tonight!"

Chalmers: SEEEYMOOUURRR!!!

*Cuts back to Skinner's kitchen*

Skinner: Superintendent! I was just... Uh... Jus- just stretching my calves on the windowsill! Isometric exercise! Care to join me?

Chalmers: Why is there smoke coming out of your oven, Seymour?

Skinner: Um... oh! That isn't smoke, it's steam! Steam from the Steamed clams we're having! *rubs his belly* Mmmm... Steamed clams!

*A suspicious Superintendent leaves the kitchen. Skinner breathes a sigh of relief, before exiting the window and running across the road to Krusty Burger, where he buys hamburgers and French fries to make up for his burnt roast*

*Scene cuts to Skinner returning to the dining room, with the fast food presented on a silver tray*

Skinner: Superintendent, I hope you're ready for mouth-watering hamburgers!

Chalmers: I thought we were having Steamed clams.

Skinner: D'oh, no! I said steamed hams! That's what I call hamburgers.

Chalmers: You call hamburgers steamed hams?

Skinner: Yes! It's a regional dialect.

Chalmers: Uh-huh. Uh, what region?

Skinner: Um... upstate New York?

Chalmers: Really? Well, I'm from Utica and I've never heard anyone use the phrase 'steamed hams'.

Skinner: Oh, not in Utica, no! It's an Albany expression.

Chalmers: I see.

*The superintendent takes a bite of one of the hamburgers while Skinner sips his drink*

Chalmers: You know, these hamburgers are quite similar to the ones they have at Krusty Burger.

Skinner: Ohohohohoho, no! Patented Skinner burgers! Old family recipe!

Chalmers: For steamed hams?

Skinner: Yes.

Chalmers: Yes, and you call them 'steamed hams' despite the fact they are obviously grilled?

*With his secret exposed, Skinner must come up with a distraction*

Skinner: Y.... Ye-... You know the-.... One thing I should-... Excuse me for one second.

Chalmers: Of course.

*Skinner steps back into the flaming kitchen and immediately back out, seeing as it is now on fire*

Skinner: *pretends to yawn* Well, that was wonderful! A good time was had by all, I'm pooped.

Chalmers: Yes, I should be- *notices the light coming from the burning kitchen* GOOD LORD! WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THERE?!

Skinner: Aurora Borealis?

Chalmers: Ah-... Aurora Borealis?! At this time of year, at this time of day, in this part of the country, localised entirely within your kitchen?!

Skinner: Yes!

Chalmers: ....May I see it?

Skinner: .... No.

*Both of them exit the house as the fire continues to spread. Skinner's mom is heard yelling to him off-camera*

Agnes (voice): SEYMOUR! THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE!!

Skinner (looking up): No, mother! It's just the Northern lights!

Chalmers: Well Seymour, you are an odd fellow. But I must say... you steam a good ham.

*As the Superintendent begins heading home, Agnes starts screaming for help, causing a concerned Chalmers to look back at the house. Skinner gives him a thumbs up accompanied with a fake smile, causing him to walk away. With Chalmers now out of sight, Skinner rushes back inside to deal with the fire*

Agnes (voice): HEEELP!! HEEEELP!!!