It only took twenty years, but The Simpsons Movie sequel is officially happening. Disney and 20th Century Studios confirmed that Springfield’s most dysfunctional family will be back on the big screen in July 2027. The announcement came with cheeky teaser art of Homer holding a pink donut with sprinkles shaped like the number two.
The tagline? “Homer’s coming back for seconds!”
Fans who grew up quoting Spider-Pig and “worst movie ever” finally have a reason to return to theaters for round two.
From Springfield to the Silver Screen One More Time
The first Simpsons Movie hit theaters in 2007, and it became more than a fan-service project. It raked in over $536 million worldwide on a budget of $75 million, packing the punch of the show’s original satire, love, and family chaos in ninety minutes. The plot followed Springfield under an EPA-ordered dome after Homer polluted the town’s lake. The family fled, fought, came back together, and saved the day in their own messy way.
Since then, the idea of The Simpsons Movie sequel has floated in interviews, Comic Con panels, and late-night talk show jokes. Writers admitted they kicked around storylines, but they ultimately struggled to find a plot. Development stalls and the 2020 pandemic didn’t help.
The 2025 announcement breaks the cycle, making it the first real step toward seeing the yellow family return to multiplexes.
What We Know About The Simpsons Movie Sequel
Right now, concrete details are slim. We know the release date: July 23, 2027. We know the tagline promises more Homer. Beyond that, the studio is keeping the plot under wraps.
While the voice cast hasn’t officially been announced, it’s hard to imagine a version of The Simpsons without Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria, and Harry Shearer. Whether we’ll see celebrity cameos, like Tom Hanks’ surprise appearance in 2007, remains a mystery.
If history is any guide for The Simpsons Movie sequel, you can expect satire aimed at pop culture, politics, and streaming-era entertainment. Nothing is safe from The Simpsons lampoon machine.
Animation is already in a golden age for theatrical releases, with films like Spider-Man: Across the Universe and Inside Out 2 proving that audiences show up for high-quality animated movies for families. That momentum likely encouraged the studio to dust off Springfield’s film future.
Why Now and Why It Matters
Two decades between films may feel like a late punchline, but the timing is strategic. The Simpsons TV show has been running strong for decades, and the franchise thrives on Disney+. Reviving the family for a theatrical event gives the brand a fresh jolt of cultural relevance.
There’s also nostalgia to consider. The first movie dropped when millennials were teenagers or young adults, and now, they are parents bringing their own kids to the movies. The cycle of intergenerational Springfield humor practically writes itself. The studio gets a family audience, nostalgia viewers, and die-hard fanbase who never stopped tuning in.
What We Don’t Know Yet About The Simpsons Movie Sequel
Fans hoping for spoilers will have to wait. There’s no title yet beyond the working label of The Simpsons Movie sequel. No plot teasers, no official stills, no confirmation of supporting characters. Even the balance of heart and satire is still up for speculation.
Will the movie lean more into Springfield town hijinks? Or will it center on a touching family story like the first movie managed?
What’s certain is that the cultural impact of The Simpsons guarantees the film will dominate headlines when more details drop. Until then, all we have is a donut, a date, and the knowledge that Springfield is gearing up for another big-screen debut.