Writer compiles every Apple reference in 'Futurama' and 'The Simpsons'
Equal parts informative and hilarious, this extensive guide spotlights every nod in every episode of the two shows.
Forty-three.
That's the number (to date) of references to Apple in the 33 total seasons so far of "Futurama" and "The Simpsons." And if you're a fan of the company, the shows, or both, you'll appreciate this: TUAW just released a list of every Apple reference ever made in the two series.
This is no mere YouTube compilation of show clips. Writer Yoni Heisler interviewed "Simpsons" writer Bill Oakley and director David Silverman, then went on to not only list each reference, but also provide some background and, where possible, the actual clip (or at least a screen grab).
For example, here's entry number seven, from the "Futurama" episode "Future Stock:"
An all-time classic episode, "Future Stock" centers on a frozen 1980s Wall Street businessman who subsequently thaws out and becomes CEO of Planet Express. As part of his effort to give the Planet Express brand a makeover, we're treated to this parody of Apple's iconic 1984 ad.
This is some really entertaining stuff, and definitely worth a look if you like parodies, lampoons, references, and hilarity in general.
In other "Simpsons" news, later this year you'll be able to stream every single episode of the show using the FXNOW app.